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20 Won Gwang Mu
10 (1906) year| Gold (.900) | 16.667 g | 28.8 mm |
| Issuer | Korea |
|---|---|
| Period | Gwangmu (1897-1907) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 10 (1906) |
| Calendar | Korean - Gwangmu era |
| Value | 20 Won |
| Currency | Korean Empire - Won (1902-1910) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 16.667 g |
| Diameter | 28.8 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#35121 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Denomination (in Korean hanja text) surrounded by wreath and plum flower (Imperial Seal of Korea)
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering:
二
十
園
Translation: Twenty Won
Interesting fact
The 1906 Korean 20 Won coin made of gold has a unique feature. It has a square hole in the center, which was designed to prevent counterfeiting. This feature was a common practice in ancient Korean coinage, and it's a distinct characteristic that sets this coin apart from other coins of its time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 (1906) | 2506 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Won (Gwang Mu) 10 (1906) coin.
