10 000 Won (Runner) 1986 front 10 000 Won (Runner) 1986 back
10 000 Won (Runner) 1986 photo
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10 000 Won Runner

1986 year
Silver (.925) 33.62 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
South Korea
Period
Republic (1948-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1986
Value
10 000 Won 10 000 KRW = USD 7.44
Currency
New won (1962-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
33.62 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#15813
Rarity index
42%

Reverse

Runner

Lettering:
XXIV OLYMPIAD SEOUL 1988
10000 WON

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

The obverse of the coin features a portrait of a Korean runner in mid-stride, with the background of a waving Korean flag. This design was meant to symbolize the country's economic growth and rapid development during the 1980s, often referred to as the "Miracle on the Han River." The coin's design was created by the Korean artist and sculptor, Kim Seok, and it has become a popular collector's item among numismatists and enthusiasts of Korean culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1986  227500 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 000 Won (Runner) 1986 coin.