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© Christopher Li (CC BY-NC-SA)
2 Mun Yong; Extend ND
| Copper | 5.89 g | 29.6 mm |
| Issuer | Korea |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1742-1752 |
| Value | 2 Mun (0.002) |
| Currency | Kingdom of Joseon - Mun (1633-1892) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.89 g |
| Diameter | 29.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#304903 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Mint mark at top, seriales at bottom, serial number at right
*营 (Yŏng): Special Army Unit
*張 (Chang): Extend
Lettering:
营
一
張
Translation: Special Army Unit, series "extend", serial number 1
Interesting fact
The 2 Mun (Yong; Extend) ND (1742-1752) coin from Korea was used as a form of currency during the Joseon Dynasty, which was the last royal dynasty of Korea that ruled from 1392 to 1910. The coin was made of copper and weighed 5.89 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The coin's design featured the Chinese character "兩" (liang) on one side, which represented the coin's denomination, and the Korean character "永" (yong) on the other side, which means "eternal" or "forever." The coin was used for everyday transactions and was also used as a form of tax payment. It's interesting to note that the Joseon Dynasty was known for its strong isolationist policies, and the use of coins like the 2 Mun (Yong; Extend) ND (1742-1752) was a reflection of the dynasty's efforts to maintain its independence from foreign influence. Despite its isolationist policies, the Joseon Dynasty was able to maintain a strong economy and cultural identity, which is still celebrated in Korea today.
