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20 Chon Gwang Mu
| Silver (.800) | 5.4 g | 22.8 mm |
| Issuer | Korea |
|---|---|
| Period | Gwangmu (1897-1907) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 9-10 (1905-1906) |
| Calendar | Korean - Gwangmu era |
| Value | 20 Chon (0.20) |
| Currency | Korean Empire - Won (1902-1910) |
| Composition | Silver (.800) |
| Weight | 5.4 g |
| Diameter | 22.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#17125 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Denomination surrounded by a wreath of Rose of Sharon (left) and plum (right), Plum blossom (Imperial Seal of Korea) above
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering:
二
十
錢
Translation: Twenty Jeon
Interesting fact
The 20 Chon (Gwang Mu) 9-10 coin from Korea was issued during a time of great change in the country. In 1905, Korea was forced to sign the Japan-Korea Treaty of 1905, which gave Japan control over Korea's foreign affairs. This coin was minted during this period of Japanese colonial rule, and it features the image of a mythical creature called the "gwangmu," which is a combination of a tiger and a dragon. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the power and strength of the Korean people during a time of great turmoil.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 (1905) | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 10 (1906) | 2500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Chon (Gwang Mu) 9-10 (1905-1906) coin.
