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½ Won Gwang Mu - Russian Occupation
5 (1901) year| Silver (.800) | 13.5 g | 30.9 mm |
| Issuer | Korea |
|---|---|
| Period | Gwangmu (1897-1907) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 5 (1901) |
| Calendar | Korean - Gwangmu era |
| Value | ½ Won |
| Currency | Russian Occupation - Won (1901-1904) |
| Composition | Silver (.800) |
| Weight | 13.5 g |
| Diameter | 30.9 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#35117 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Denomination (in Korean hanja text) surrounded by wreath and plum flower (Imperial Seal of Korea)
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering:
半
圜
Translation: Half Won
Interesting fact
The ½ Won coin from the Russian Occupation period in Korea (1901) was designed by a Russian artist named G. B. Glinsky, who was responsible for creating many of the coin designs during that time. The coin features an image of a Korean pine tree on one side and the Russian coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the political union between Russia and Korea during that period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 (1901) | 1831000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Won (Gwang Mu - Russian Occupation) 5 (1901) coin.
