10 Mun (Chung) ND (1742) front 10 Mun (Chung) ND (1742) back
10 Mun (Chung) ND (1742) photo
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10 Mun Chung ND

1742 year
Brass - -
Description
Issuer
Korea
Type
Pattern
Year
1742
Value
10 Mun (0.01)
Currency
Kingdom of Joseon - Mun (1633-1892)
Composition
Brass
Shape
Round with a square hole
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#21051
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Mint mark at top, denomination right to left

*忠 (Chung): Chungchong Provincial Office

Lettering:
 忠
十 當

Translation: Chungchong Provincial Office, Value 10

Interesting fact

The Pattern 10 Mun (Chung) ND (1742) coin from Korea is a rare and highly sought-after collector's item, with only a few known examples surviving to this day. It is believed that the coin was minted in the 18th century during the Joseon Dynasty, which ruled Korea from 1392 to 1910. The coin's design features a stylized dragon on one side and a phoenix on the other, symbolizing the balance and harmony of yin and yang in Korean culture. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a valuable addition to any collection of Korean numismatics.