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10 Mun Chung ND
1742 yearBrass | - | - |
Issuer | Korea |
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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 |
Numista | N#21051 |
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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.