Issued by the Central Bank of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea in 1992, this 100 Won banknote reflects the country’s socialist themes and emphasis on industry and national pride.
The obverse features a portrait of a young Korean man in traditional worker’s attire, representing dedication, patriotism, and the labor force. The design includes geometric security patterns and inscriptions in Hangul, with the national emblem prominently displayed.
The reverse depicts an industrial landscape with factories and smokestacks, highlighting the importance of economic self-reliance and industrial development. Printed on cotton-based paper, the note measures 155 × 70 mm and includes a geometric watermark for security.
Obverse
Portrait of the eternal leader Kim Il-sung (1912-1994)
Script: Hangul
Lettering:
조선민주주의인민공화국
중앙은행
1992
100원 백원
Translation: Democratic People’s Republic of Korea The Central Bank, One Hundred Won
Reverse
Mangyongdae – the birthplace of Kim Il-sung
Script: Hangul
Lettering:
조선민주주의인민공화국중앙은행
100 백원
Translation: Central Bank of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, One Hundred Won
Watermark
Arched Gateway
Comments
Standard Catalog of World Paper Money indicates there is also a 1998 note but Bank Note Museum indicates 1998 does not exist.
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 |
| Year | 1992 |
| Value | 100 Won (100 KPW) |
| Currency | Second Won (1959-2009) |
| Composition | Paper |
| Size | 156 × 75 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Demonetized | Yes |
