© David L. Barrette
© David L. Barrette
2 Mun Yong ND
| Bronze |
| Issuer | Korea |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1742-1752 |
| Value | 2 Mun (0.002) |
| Currency | Kingdom of Joseon - Mun (1633-1892) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#78655 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Mint mark at top, one of The Five Elements below
*营 (Yŏng): Treasury Department
Lettering:
营
地
Interesting fact
The 2 Mun (Yong) coin was first introduced during the reign of King Yongjo (1724-1776) in 1742, and it remained in circulation until 1752. It was made of bronze, a copper alloy, which was a common material for coins at that time. The coin had a round shape with a square hole in the center, and it featured the Korean characters "二文" (two mun) on one side and the Chinese characters "大清通寶" (Great Qing currency) on the other. The 2 Mun coin was used for small transactions and was widely used among the common people in Korea during that period. I hope you find this information helpful and interesting!
