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  • 10 Won 2006-2019, KM# 103, Korea, South
  • 10 Won 2006-2019, KM# 103, Korea, South
Obverse

Dabotap Pagoda, value (Hangul).

Dabo Pagoda, also known as pagoda of many treasures, is located in the temple of Bulguksa in Gyeongju, South Korea. The pagoda is supposed to have been built in 751, the 10th year of the Shilla king Gyeongdeok. It is currently designated as National Treasure no. 20.

The 3 story pagoda stands 10.4 metres tall and was built in an ornate style not seen in other Buddhist countries. The sculpture techniques used are unique for its time and include delicate features.

십 원

Reverse

Value and "Bank of Korea" in Hangul.

The Korean alphabet, known as Hangul in South Korea (also transcribed Hangeul) and as Chosŏn'gŭl/Chosŏn Muntcha in North Korea and China, is the alphabet that has been used to write the Korean language since the 15th century.

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한국은행

Edge

10 Won

KM# 103
Characteristics
Material Copper Clad Aluminium
Weight 1.22 g
Diameter 18 mm
Thickness 1.2 mm
Shape round
Alignment Coin

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