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1 Niang King Gojong
495 (1886) year| (White metal) | - | - |
| Issuer | Korea |
|---|---|
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 495 (1886) |
| Calendar | Korean - Joseon era |
| Value | 1 Niang (0.1) |
| Currency | Kingdom of Joseon - Mun (1633-1892) |
| Composition | (White metal) |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#27314 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Denomination in wreath
Lettering:
一
兩
Translation: One Niang
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Niang coin was designed by a French engraver named Charles Fournier, who was commissioned by the Korean government to create a new currency for the country. Fournier's design featured a portrait of King Gojong on the obverse side of the coin, and a depiction of a dragon on the reverse side. The dragon was a symbol of good luck and prosperity in Korean culture, and it was believed that the coin would bring prosperity to the country. However, the coin was never widely circulated, as the Korean government decided to adopt a different design for their currency. Despite this, the Pattern 1 Niang coin remains a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
