1 Chon Gwang Mu - Japanese Protectorate
| Bronze | 7.1 g | 27.9 mm |
| Issuer | Korea |
|---|---|
| Period | Gwangmu (1897-1907) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 9-10 (1905-1906) |
| Calendar | Korean - Gwangmu era |
| Value | 1 Chon (0.01) |
| Currency | Japanese Protectorate - Won (1905-1910) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7.1 g |
| Diameter | 27.9 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#15831 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 51% |
Reverse
Denomination (in Korean hanja text) surrounded by wreath and plum flower (Imperial Seal of Korea)
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering:
一
錢
Translation: One Jeon
Interesting fact
The 1 Chon coin from the Gwang Mu period (1905-1906) was the first coin to feature the Korean peninsula's iconic landmark, Gyeongbokgung Palace, on its obverse side. This palace was built in 1395 and served as the main palace of the Joseon Dynasty, and later became a symbol of Korean culture and history. The inclusion of this image on the coin was a significant departure from previous Korean coins, which typically featured Chinese characters or dragons, and marked a shift towards a more distinctly Korean identity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 (1905) | 11800000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 10 (1906) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Chon (Gwang Mu - Japanese Protectorate) 9-10 (1905-1906) coin.
