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1 Mun Kae ND
1816 year| Brass | 4 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Korea |
|---|---|
| King | Sunjo (1800-1834) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1816 |
| Value | 1 Mun (0.001) |
| Currency | Kingdom of Joseon - Mun (1633-1892) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#49754 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Mint mark at top, serial number at bottom, and Sun at left
*開 (Kae): Kaesong Township Military Office
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering:
開
•
九
Translation: Kaesong Township Military Office, series 9
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Mun (Kae) ND (1816) coin from Korea was made of brass, which is an alloy of copper and zinc. Brass was a common material used for coins in Korea during the 19th century, as it was durable and had a lower cost than other metals. The use of brass for coins also allowed for intricate designs and details to be minted onto the coin, making it a popular choice for coin collectors.
