100 Won 1970-1982 front 100 Won 1970-1982 back
100 Won 1970-1982 photo
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100 Won

 
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 5.42 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
South Korea
Period
Republic (1948-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1970-1982
Value
100 Won 100 KRW = USD 0.07
Currency
New won (1962-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
5.42 g
Diameter
24 mm
Thickness
1.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#1037
Rarity index
5%

Reverse

The denomination in numerals above the date within a circular design

Lettering:
100
1980

Engraver: Kang Bak

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 100 Won coin from South Korea, minted between 1970 and 1982, has an interesting feature. It has a unique shape, known as a "square-round" shape, meaning it has a round edge and a square outline. This distinctive shape makes it easily recognizable and sets it apart from other coins.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1970  1500000 - - - - - -
1971  13000000 - - - - - -
1972  20000000 - - - - - -
1973  80000000 - - - - - -
1974  50000000 - - - - - -
1975  75000000 - - - - - -
1977  30000000 - - - - - -
1978  50000000 - - - - - -
1979  130000000 - - - - - -
1980  60000000 - - - - - -
1981  100000 - - - - - -
1982  2000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Won 1970-1982 coin.