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2 Mun Chin ND
| Copper | 7.07 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Korea |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1695-1742 |
| Value | 2 Mun (0.002) |
| Currency | Kingdom of Joseon - Mun (1633-1892) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.07 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Thickness | 1.23 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#367657 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Mint mark at top, serial number at bottom
*賑 (Chin): Charity Office in Seoul
Lettering:
賑
二
Translation: Charity Office in Seoul, series 2
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 2 Mun (Chin) coin from Korea, which was minted during the reign of King Sukjong (1695-1742), features a unique design that reflects the country's cultural and religious beliefs during that time. The obverse side of the coin bears the inscription "금금운보국" (Geumunboguk), which means "Great Country of the Golden Clouds," while the reverse side features the Chinese characters for "2 Mun" (二文) and the Korean word for "Copper" (철, Cheol). This coin was widely used during the Joseon Dynasty, and its design symbolized the kingdom's connection to the heavens and its commitment to using precious metals as currency.
