A Journey Through the Joseon Dynasty: The Complete South Korean Won Set

Experience the rich intellectual and cultural heritage of South Korea with this complete 4-note set of Korean Won. Issued by the Bank of Korea, these notes are celebrated for their sophisticated security features and beautiful depictions of Korea's most influential historical figures.

The Scholars & Sovereigns Series:

• 1,000 Won (Blue): Features Yi Hwang (Toegye), the foremost Confucian scholar of the Joseon Dynasty. The reverse shows Gyesang Jeonggeodo, a painting of the scholar in his study.

• 5,000 Won (Orange/Red): Highlights Yi I (Yulgok), another towering Confucian philosopher. Interestingly, he is the son of Shin Saimdang (featured on the 50,000 won note).

• 10,000 Won (Green): Features King Sejong the Great, the inventor of Hangeul (the Korean alphabet). The reverse showcases a 15th-century celestial globe (Honcheonsigye).

• 50,000 Won (Yellow): The highest denomination, featuring Shin Saimdang, a renowned artist, calligrapher, and poet. She was the first woman to appear on a South Korean banknote. The reverse features her famous painting, Mokjukdo (Bamboo and Plum Blossoms).

Collector’s Features:

• Sophisticated Security: Includes motion-shifting windowed threads, holographic foils (on the 5k, 10k, and 50k), and intricate intaglio printing.

• Artistic Reverse Designs: Unlike many modern notes, the reverse sides feature traditional Korean landscape paintings and scientific artifacts in a monochrome ink-wash style.

• Condition: Crisp Uncirculated (UNC)—perfect for display or long-term collection.

Product Specifications:

• Issuer: Bank of Korea

• Denominations: 1,000, 5,000, 10,000, and 50,000 Won

• Series: Current Modern Issue

• Condition: New/Uncirculated

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