目录
| 正面描述 | Chinese ideograms - Top to bottom: 常平 = Sang pyong, a Department of Korean Yi Dynasty - Right to left: 通寶 = Tong bo, means currency |
|---|---|
| 正面文字 | Chinese (traditional, regular script) |
| 正面铭文 | 常 寶 通 平 |
| 背面描述 | Mint mark at top, serial number at bottom, circle at left, (one) at right. *户 (Ho): Treasury Department |
| 背面文字 | Chinese (traditional, regular script) |
| 背面铭文 |
户 ○ 一 一 (Translation: Treasury Department, series 1) |
| 边缘 | |
| 铸币厂 |
户 Treasury Department (户曹 (Hojo)),modern-day Seoul, South Korea (1678-1883) |
| 铸造量 |
ND (1814) 户 - Series 1 (一) - ND (1814) 户 - Series 10 (十) - ND (1814) 户 - Series 2 (二) - ND (1814) 户 - Series 3 (三) - ND (1814) 户 - Series 4 (四) - ND (1814) 户 - Series 5 (五) - ND (1814) 户 - Series 6 (六) - ND (1814) 户 - Series 7 (七) - ND (1814) 户 - Series 8 (八) - ND (1814) 户 - Series 9 (九) - |
| Numisquare 编号 | 5984682280 |
| 附加信息 |
Historical Context: This 1 Mun coin, dated 1814, hails from the Joseon Dynasty, under King Sunjo (순조, r. 1800-1834). The early 19th century was a challenging period, marked by political instability and economic strain. Despite these difficulties, "Sangpyeong Tongbo" (常平通寶) cash coins were continuously produced, forming the essential medium of exchange. This issue reflects the Joseon government's persistent efforts to maintain a standardized currency system for daily commerce.
Artistry: The specific engraver of this Joseon cash coin remains anonymous, typical of the era's collective craftsmanship. Its design adheres to the classic circular brass form with a central square hole. The obverse features "Sangpyeong Tongbo" (常平通寶), meaning "Always Level and Circulating Treasure," read top-bottom, right-left, in a characteristic calligraphic style. The reverse displays "Ho" (戶) above the hole, identifying the Board of Revenue mint (Hojo), and "il" (一) below, likely denoting a specific mint series or branch.
Technical/Grading: Struck in brass, 26mm, this 1 Mun coin shows technical qualities typical of mass-produced Joseon issues. High-points for wear are the raised character strokes and outer rim. Strike quality varies; minor planchet imperfections like casting bubbles or slight off-centering are common. The overall strike ranges from sharp to weak, affecting finer details. Original patina, typically dark brown to green, is crucial for assessing preservation and authenticity.