Korea (up to 1948) Market Value
Current market data for Korean coinage issued up to 1948 based on 984 listings.
What you'll usually pay
👉 In short easy summary
The highest value is found in certified coins, specifically ICG at a 512% premium. Uncertified and circulated coins offer the lowest entry point, with a -36% delta compared to the median.
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Price by certification
Why? Professional grading significantly increases value, with ICG at 299.99 compared to Uncertified at 36.14.
Price by circulated/uncirculated
Why? Condition creates a wide gap between Circulated coins at 31.2 and Uncirculated at 199.99.
Price by grade
Why? Higher numeric grades command premiums, ranging from Ungraded at 30 to MS 62 at 310.
Price by year
Why? Rarity and date drive pricing, with 1892 coins at 154.5 and 1625 coins at 38.99.
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Common questions
What is the median price for a used Korean coin from this era?
The median price for used listings is 39.99.
How much more do PCGS certified coins typically cost?
PCGS certified coins have a median price of 250, representing a 410% delta.
What is the price difference between circulated and uncirculated coins?
Circulated coins have a median of 31.2, while Uncirculated coins have a median of 199.99.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $7–$366, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 15, 2026.