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© Carlos-Imbe (CC BY-NC-SA)
1 Yang Gwang Mu
2 (1898) year| Silver (.800) | 5.2 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Korea |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 2 (1898) |
| Calendar | Korean - Gwangmu era |
| Value | 1 Yang |
| Currency | Korean Empire - Yang (1897-1902) |
| Composition | Silver (.800) |
| Weight | 5.2 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#21044 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Denomination surrounded by a wreath of Rose of Sharon (left) and plum (right), Plum blossom (Imperial Seal of Korea) above
Lettering:
一
兩
Translation: One Yang
Interesting fact
The 1 Yang (Gwang Mu) 2 coin from Korea, minted in 1898, was part of a series of coins introduced during the Gabo Reform, a set of economic and political reforms implemented during the reign of Emperor Gojong in the late 19th century. These reforms aimed to modernize Korea's economy and align it with international standards, and the introduction of a new coinage system was a key part of this process. The 1 Yang coin was equivalent to 50 jeon, the smallest denomination coin at the time, and it featured an intricate design that included a phoenix on the obverse side and a dragon on the reverse side. The use of these mythical creatures was meant to symbolize the country's rich cultural heritage and its connection to the natural world.
