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1 Chon Ho ND
| Silver | 3.4 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Korea |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1882-1883 |
| Value | 1 Chon (0.1) |
| Currency | Kingdom of Joseon - Mun (1633-1892) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#15824 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Country name and denomination.
(Country name reads up to down, denomination reads right to left.)
Lettering:
大
錢 一
東
Translation: Great Eastern Kingdom, 1 Chon
Comment
The denomination Chon was 1/10 of an ounce, and a Korean "ounce" was 37.5 grams. So the 1 Chon coin was 0.1 ounceNOTE
The weight varies from 3.4 to 3.7 grams
Three colors of cloisonne enamel can be found covering the 'Ho' character on the obverse. These colors are BLACK, BLUE, & GREEN, with scarcity following in that order. Sometimes the cloisonne enamel is chipped or completely broken out.
Interesting fact
The 1 Chon (Ho) ND coin was the first silver coin to be introduced in Korea, and it was used as a standard unit of currency during the late 19th century. It was equivalent to 100 smaller units called "mun," and it was used for large transactions and as a store of value. The coin was minted in 1882 and 1883, and it features an intricate design that includes a dragon on one side and a phoenix on the other. Despite its historical significance, the coin is relatively rare and valuable today, with some mint conditions selling for thousands of dollars.
