South Korea (Coins)

Area: 38,452 square miles                                                  Population: 42,500,000

The southern part of Korea, administrated by Japan until 1945, the Republic of Korea was proclaimed on August 15, 1948. The border between North and South Korea is formed approximately by the 38th parallel. The dates on the coins correspond in part to Korean chronology.

Monetary System

100 Hwan = 1 Won, since June 10, 1962: 100 Jeon = 1 Won

1970 South Korea 1 Won (Al) - UNC

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Obverse Rose of Sharon. Rev. value, date and “BANK OF KOREA”. Pretty full luster and just light, average marks. This uncirculated aluminum example has plenty of eye appeal. (View image for more detail.)

Item Number

Price

SKORCN1W970

$1.00

1972 South Korea 10 Won (Bra) - XF

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Obverse Prabhuta-vatnastupa in Pulguksa, 8th century, great Silla dynasty. Rev. value. Red stain on obverse visible in image. Nice solid extra fine detail and even wear. (View image for more detail.)

Item Number

Price

SKORCN10W72

$0.75

1986 South Korea 100 Won (Cu-Ni) - XF

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Obverse Admiral Lee Shunshin. Rev. date and value. Steel gray with a hint of sparkle left. Solid extra fine with light even wear and sharp appearance for grade. (View image for detail.)

Item Number

Price

SKOCN100W86

$0.85

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