10 Won (Pattern) 1966 front 10 Won (Pattern) 1966 back
10 Won (Pattern) 1966 photo
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10 Won Pattern

1966 year
Brass (Copper 88%, Zinc 12%) - -
Description
Issuer
South Korea
Period
Republic (1948-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1966
Value
10 Won (10&nbspKRW)
Currency
New won (1962-date)
Composition
Brass (Copper 88%, Zinc 12%)
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#318776
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Value above technical details and date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
THE BANK OF KOREA
10
22.86 MM
1966 - CU 8 ZN 12

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Pattern 10 Won coin from South Korea, made of Brass (Copper 88%, Zinc 12%), features a unique pattern on its reverse side, which is different from the regular issue coins. The pattern includes a series of circles and lines that form a geometrical design, giving the coin a distinctive look. This pattern was only used on a few trial coins, making it a rare and interesting collector's item.