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© Christopher Li (CC BY-NC-SA)
2 Mun Ki ND
| Bronze | 6.69 g | 31.0 mm |
| Issuer | Korea |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1742-1752 |
| Value | 2 Mun (0.002) |
| Currency | Kingdom of Joseon - Mun (1633-1892) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.69 g |
| Diameter | 31.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#303600 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Mint mark at top, serial number at bottom, circle at right
*圻 (Ki): Kwangju Township Military Office in Kyonggi Province
Lettering:
圻
○
二
Translation: Kyonggi Province, Series 2
Interesting fact
The 2 Mun (Ki) coin from Korea, which was minted between 1742 and 1752, features a unique design that reflects the country's cultural and religious beliefs during that time. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized representation of the Korean peninsula, surrounded by a circle of small dots. This design is believed to represent the harmony and balance between the natural world and human society, which was a central tenet of Confucianism, the dominant ideology of the time. The reverse side of the coin features the Chinese characters " Ki " and " Mun ," which represent the denominations of the coin. Overall, this coin is a fascinating example of how art and design can be used to convey important cultural and philosophical ideas.
