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© PCGS
5 Won
| Brass (65% Copper, 35% Zinc) | 2.9500 g | 20.4 mm |
| Issuer | South Korea |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Bank of Korea (한국은행) |
| Period | Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1970-1982 |
| Value | 5 Won 5 KRW = USD 0.0037 |
| Currency | New won (1962-date) |
| Composition | Brass (65% Copper, 35% Zinc) |
| Weight | 2.9500 g |
| Diameter | 20.4 mm |
| Thickness | 1.33 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#9657 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 7% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE
BANK
OF
KOREA
5
1972
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Won coin from South Korea was designed by renowned sculptor and artist, Kim Seok-ju, who is known for his works that reflect Korean culture and history. The coin's design features the iconic Taegeuk symbol, which represents the balance and harmony of yin and yang, and is a prominent symbol in Korean culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1971 | 64038000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1972 | 60084000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1977 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1978 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1979 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1980 | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1981 | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1982 | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Won 1970-1982 coin.
