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2 Warn King Gojong
495 (1886) year| Gold plated copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Korea |
|---|---|
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 495 (1886) |
| Calendar | Korean - Joseon era |
| Value | 2 Warn |
| Currency | Kingdom of Joseon - Mun (1633-1892) |
| Composition | Gold plated copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#27319 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Denomination in wreath
Lettering:
二
圜
Translation: Two Warn
Interesting fact
The Pattern 2 Warn (King Gojong) 495 (1886) gold-plated copper coin from Korea is interesting because it was minted during a time of great change and modernization in the country. The coin was produced during the reign of King Gojong, who was the last king of the Joseon Dynasty and the first emperor of the Korean Empire. This period saw significant political, economic, and cultural reforms, including the introduction of new currency systems, which made the use of coins like this one more accessible to the general population.
