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1 Mun Kae ND
1836 year| Bronze | 4 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Korea |
|---|---|
| King | Heonjong (1834-1849) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1836 |
| Value | 1 Mun (0.001) |
| Currency | Kingdom of Joseon - Mun (1633-1892) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#144970 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Mint mark at top, serial number at bottom, and "Moon" (crescent) at the left
*開 (Kae): Kaesong Township Military Office
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering:
開
）
一
Interesting fact
The 1 Mun (Kae) ND (1836) coin from Korea was used as a means of currency during the Joseon Dynasty, which ruled Korea from 1392 to 1910. The coin was made of bronze and had a diameter of 24 mm. Despite its small size, it was an important part of the Korean economy at the time, and many everyday transactions were conducted using these coins. Today, the 1 Mun (Kae) ND (1836) coin is a valuable collector's item, and its historical significance makes it an interesting piece of Korean history.
