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1 Mun Ho; Earth ND
1852 year| Copper | 3.58 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Korea |
|---|---|
| King | Cheoljong (1849-1863) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1852 |
| Value | 1 Mun (0.001) |
| Currency | Kingdom of Joseon - Mun (1633-1892) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.58 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#67763 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Mint mark at top, seriales at bottom, serial number at left
*户 (Ho): Treasury Department
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering:
户
五
地
Translation: Treasury Department, series "earth", serial number 5
Interesting fact
The 1 Mun (Ho; Earth) ND (1852) coin from Korea was part of a series of coins introduced during the reign of King Gojong, who was the 23rd king of the Joseon Dynasty and the first emperor of the Korean Empire. This series of coins was designed to replace the traditional Chinese-style coins that had been used in Korea for centuries, and it featured a new, modern design that was meant to symbolize the country's independence and modernization. The 1 Mun coin was the lowest denomination in this series, and it was made of copper. Despite its low value, it is now a highly sought-after collector's item due to its historical significance and rarity.
