KOREA (NORTH) 50 Won 1978 — Pick 21
Soldier, peasant woman, Party officials
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Soldier, peasant woman, Party officials
Mount Paekdu
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21a: without seal on back use: for general circulation / 21b: green seal without numeral on back use: Foreign Exchange Certificate for non-convertible (Socialist) currencies / 21c: red seal without numeral on back use: Foreign Exchange Certificate for convertible (Western) currencies / 21d: red seal with numeral on back use: Foreign Exchange Certificate for convertible (Western) currencies (2nd issue) / 21e: blue seal with numeral on back use: Foreign Exchange Certificate for non-convertible (Socialist) currencies (2nd issue)
About the KOREA (NORTH) 50 Won 1978 banknote
The KOREA (NORTH) 50 Won 1978 banknote, catalogued as Pick 21 is documented here for collectors who need a clear identification record, design summary and condition-based market context.
Identification should be based on the denomination, date, catalogue reference and visible design details. Signatures, prefixes, watermarks and minor printing changes can distinguish related varieties.
Identification and catalogue details
- Country
- KOREA (NORTH)
- Denomination
- 50 Won
- Issue year
- 1978
- Catalogue reference
- Pick 21
- Issue type
- Regular world banknote
- Content quality
- 88/100
Design and issue context
Front: Soldier, peasant woman, Party officials
Back: Mount Paekdu
Collector value and condition
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- UNC
- €8.27
Folds, stains, tears, pinholes, writing, pressing, trimming and repairs can reduce value. Conversely, scarce varieties, replacement notes, unusual serial numbers and recognised certification may command a premium.
Frequently asked questions
What is the KOREA (NORTH) 50 Won 1978 banknote?
It is a 50 Won banknote from KOREA (NORTH), dated 1978 and catalogued as Pick 21.
How much is the KOREA (NORTH) 50 Won 1978 banknote worth?
Its value depends on the exact variety and condition. GlobeNote records market references by grade when sufficient data are available; these figures are guides rather than guaranteed selling prices.
How can collectors identify the correct variety?
Compare the date, catalogue number, printed designs on both sides, signatures, prefixes, watermark and security features. Small changes can indicate a separate variety.
How should its condition be checked?
Inspect both sides under good light for folds, stains, tears, pinholes, writing, pressing, trimmed edges and repairs. An uncirculated note should retain original paper quality and show no circulation wear.
Additional catalogue notes
21a: without seal on back use: for general circulation / 21b: green seal without numeral on back use: Foreign Exchange Certificate for non-convertible (Socialist) currencies / 21c: red seal without numeral on back use: Foreign Exchange Certificate for convertible (Western) currencies / 21d: red seal with numeral on back use: Foreign Exchange Certificate for convertible (Western) currencies (2nd issue) / 21e: blue seal with numeral on back use: Foreign Exchange Certificate for non-convertible (Socialist) currencies (2nd issue)
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