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1 Mun Cursive script ND
| Bronze | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Korea |
|---|---|
| King | Sukjong (1095-1105) Yejong (1105-1122) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1097-1107 |
| Value | 1 Mun |
| Currency | Kingdom of Goryeo - Cast (918-1392) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#257918 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Blank.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Mun (Cursive script) ND (1097-1107) bronze coin from Korea features a unique calligraphic design on its obverse side. The cursive script used on the coin is a style of Korean writing known as "Idu," which was used during the Goryeo Dynasty (918-1392 CE). The use of Idu script on the coin was a deliberate choice made by the mint to highlight the cultural and artistic achievements of the Goryeo Dynasty. This coin is a rare example of a coin that not only served as a medium of exchange but also as a means of preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of a nation.
