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20 000 Won 560th Year of Hangeul-Alphabet
2006 year| Silver (.999) | 19 g | 32.5 mm |
| Issuer | South Korea |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2006 |
| Value | 20 000 Won 20 000 KRW = USD 15 |
| Currency | New won (1962-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 19 g |
| Diameter | 32.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.3 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#95190 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Modern alphabet, value and date below.
Lettering:
560th
Hangeul Day
2006 · THE BANK OF KOREA · 20000 WON
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The coin comes in its own box. Inscription on the lid are shown in the attached photographWording and translation below
한글날 기념주화 Hangul Day commemorative coins
2006년 Year 2006
한국은행 The Bank of Korea
Interesting fact
The 2006 South Korean 20,000 won silver coin commemorating the 560th anniversary of the Hangeul alphabet features a unique design that incorporates Braille letters. The coin's reverse side features a raised Braille inscription of the Hangeul characters "ㄱㄱㅅㄱㅅㄴ" (g, s, n), which represent the first three letters of the Korean alphabet. This design element was included to honor the creator of Hangeul, King Sejong, who was known for his commitment to education and literacy for the visually impaired. The use of Braille on the coin serves as a nod to the accessibility and inclusivity of the Korean language and culture.
