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50 Hwan
| Nickel brass (70% Copper, 18% Zinc, and 12% Nickel) | 3.69 g | 22.86 mm |
| Issuer | South Korea |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Bank of Korea (한국은행) |
| Period | Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 4292-4294 (1959-1961) |
| Calendar | Korean - Dangun |
| Value | 50 Hwan |
| Currency | Hwan (1953-1962) |
| Composition | Nickel brass (70% Copper, 18% Zinc, and 12% Nickel) |
| Weight | 3.69 g |
| Diameter | 22.86 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 21 March 1975 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#5823 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Geobukseon (turtle ship), Korean battleship used from the 15th to the 19th century, value, bank title (Hangul).
Script: Hangul
Lettering:
오십환
한국은행
Translation:
Fifty Hwan
Bank of Korea
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 50 Hwan coin was designed by renowned sculptor and artist, Kim Seok-ju, who is known for his works that reflect Korea's cultural heritage 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 motif in Korean culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4292 (1959) | 24640000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 4294 (1961) | 20000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Hwan 4292-4294 (1959-1961) coin.
