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1 Mun Ho ND
| Copper (copper or brass) | 3.3 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Korea |
|---|---|
| King | Yeongjo (1724-1776) Jeongjo (1776-1800) Sunjo (1800-1834) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1757-1806 |
| Value | 1 Mun (0.001) |
| Currency | Kingdom of Joseon - Mun (1633-1892) |
| Composition | Copper (copper or brass) |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#348227 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Crescent at left, series number at bottom
*户 (Ho): Treasury Department
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering:
户
）
十
Translation: Treasury Department, series 10
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Mun (Ho) coin from Korea, which was minted between 1757 and 1806, features a unique design that reflects the country's cultural and religious beliefs during that time. On one side of the coin, there is an image of a dragon, which symbolizes strength, power, and good luck in Korean culture. On the other side, there is an image of a phoenix, which represents peace, prosperity, and wisdom. The use of these symbols on the coin highlights the importance of these values in Korean society during that period.
