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  • 10 Won 1966-1970, KM# 6, Korea, South
  • 10 Won 1966-1970, KM# 6, Korea, South
  • 10 Won 1966-1970, KM# 6, Korea, South, 견양: Pattern coin (Essai)
Obverse

Dabotap pagoda, value and an inscription "Bank of Korea" in Korean alphabet (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.

십원
한국은행

Reverse

Bank name, value and date.

10
THE
BANK
OF
KOREA
1967

Edge

10 Won

KM# 6 Schön# 56
Characteristics
Material Bronze
Weight 4.06 g
Diameter 22.86 mm
Thickness -
Shape round
Alignment Coin

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