1 oz 2022 South Korea Crown Gold Coin

Description: These beautiful 1 oz gold medals are the fourth release of the South Korean Gold Crown Series, they are minted by the reputable Korea Minting and Security Printing Corporation (KOMSCO). #### **COIN HIGHLIGHTS** *Ships individually in protective packaging *Consisting of 1 oz of 999 Fine Gold *Obverse: Features a depiction of the gold crown found in the Seobongchong tomb, the inscription "GOLD CROWN 2022", and a security mechanism with alternating inscriptions depending on the angle it's seen at *Reverse: Features a depiction of the South Korean mythical three-legged crow Samjok-o, along with the inscriptions "FINE GOLD 999", "1 OZ", "REPUBLIC OF KOREA", and "KOMSCO" The Silla Crowns were created in South Korea between the 5th and 7th centuries. The crowns were buried in wood pits and covered with layers of clay as a way to protect them from thieves. A total of 5 crowns have been recovered in Gyeongju since 1921 and became national treasures of South Korea. The obverse side of the coin depicts the crown found in the Seobongchong tomb, it's the South Korean national treasure number 339. The crown features five branches connected the central frame. The reverse side of the coin depicts the three-legged crow Samjok-o, a mythical creature believed to live in the Sun. #### **ABOUT THE SOUTH KOREAN GOLD CROWN SERIES** The South Korean Gold Crown series consists of gold bullion medals depicting ancient gold crowns created throughout the Silla dynasty, eventually becoming national treasures in South Korea. These medals do not have a legal tender value, which reduces the premium over the spot price. #### **ABOUT KOMSCO** The Korean Minting and Security Printing Corporation (KOMSCO) was established in 1951 in South Korea (amidst the Korean War). Headquartered in Gyeongsan, the company evolved by using new technologies and processes and diversifying its offerings, including coinage, medals, cultural-related relics, and silver and gold bullion products.

Price: 2935.68 USD

Location: Las Vegas, USA, 89119

End Time: 2024-11-13T00:07:08.000Z

Shipping Cost: 9.95 USD