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5 Fun Yi Hyong
| Copper | 6.9 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Korea |
|---|---|
| King | Gojong (1863-1897) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 502-505 (1893-1896) |
| Calendar | Korean - Joseon era |
| Value | 5 Fun (0.05) |
| Currency | Kingdom of Joseon - Yang (1892-1897) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.9 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#21041 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 54% |
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:
五
分
Translation: Five Fen
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 5 Fun (Yi Hyong) 502-505 (1893-1896) from Korea made of Copper weighing 6.9 g is that it was produced during a time of great change and modernization in Korea. The coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Gojong, who was the 26th king of the Joseon Dynasty and the first emperor of the Korean Empire. This period saw significant political, economic, and social reforms, including the introduction of new currency systems and the modernization of Korea's economy. The 5 Fun coin was a significant part of this process, as it was designed to replace the traditional Korean currency, the "mun," and was intended to be used as a standardized unit of exchange throughout the country. Despite its historical significance, the coin is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors today.
