10 Won coin (Dabotap Pagoda, Brass, 1966-1970)

10 Won — Dabotap Pagoda, Brass (Issued 1966-1970)

This 10 Won piece is an early circulation coin of the South Korean won, struck between 1966 and 1970. It was made from brass, an alloy of 88% copper and 12% zinc, giving it a warm golden tone. The coin is round, weighs 4.22 grams and measures 22.86 mm across, making it a small, sturdy low-denomination piece intended for everyday use. It has since been withdrawn from circulation.

The obverse features the Dabotap Pagoda in Gyeongju, one of Korea’s recognised national treasures. Around the design sits the value together with the issuer, the Bank of Korea, in Hangul. The lettering reads “십원 한국은행”, meaning “Ten Won Bank of Korea”.

The reverse carries the bank name and denomination together with the issuer name beneath. The lettering reads “10 THE BANK OF KOREA 1967”, stating the face value, the issuing authority and the year.

This 10 Won South Korean Won coin can be exchanged through Webuyallcurrency.com, where old or withdrawn South Korean Won coins are bought alongside other foreign currency — ideal for clearing a drawer of mixed coins and notes at once.

• Indicate the quantity of 10 Won South Korean Won coins you want to exchange
• Click the ‘Add to your account’ button
• Your online account now shows the exchange value

Webuyallcurrency.com is a simple way to exchange or sell foreign coins and banknotes for cash — current or withdrawn — turning your South Korean Won coins and any other leftover currency into one straightforward payout.