Issued by the Central Bank of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea in 2006, this 5000 Won banknote is part of the modern series highlighting national achievements and socialist ideals.
The obverse features a portrait of a North Korean worker holding a tool, symbolizing diligence, patriotism, and the spirit of labor. Guilloché patterns and inscriptions in Hangul frame the design, with the national emblem prominently displayed.
The reverse depicts an industrial and agricultural landscape, showcasing factories, smokestacks, and farmland to reflect economic self-reliance and development. Printed on cotton-based paper, the note measures 165 × 70 mm and includes a geometric watermark for security.
Obverse
Portrait of Kim Il-sung, and Siebold’s Magnolia (Magnolia sieboldii) flowers
Script: Hangul
Lettering:
조선민주주의인민공화국
중앙은행
오천원 5000
Translation: The Central Bank of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, Five Thousand Won
Reverse
Mangyongdae – the birthplace of Kim Il-sung
Script: Hangul
Lettering:
조선민주주의인민공화국중앙은행
5000 오천원
Translation: The Central Bank of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, Five Thousand Won
Watermark
Arch of Triumph of Pyongyang
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Comments
Two watermark varieties exist.
2006 issue (P#46b) can have serial number in both large or small size.
Note differences at the bottom of the obverse between P#46a (2002) and P#46b (2006). The black and grey ribbon extends to the edges of the note on the first type but not on the second.
P#46a (2002)
P#46b (2006)
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Features
| Issuer | North Korea |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Central Bank of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (조선민주주의인민공화국중앙은행) |
| Period | Democratic People’s Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation banknotes |
| Years | 2002-2006 |
| Value | 5000 Won (5000 KPW) |
| Currency | Second Won (1959-2009) |
| Composition | Paper |
| Size | 156 × 75 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Demonetized | Yes |
