South Korea Coin Market Values
Analysis of 4,096 eBay listings for South Korean coinage from 1948 to the present.
What you'll usually pay
👉 In short easy summary
Value is concentrated in certified and precious metal coins, with Silver showing a 1783% increase. Conversely, common denominations like 10, 50, and 100 Won have seen price drops of 51% to 53%.
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Price by year
Why? Prices vary by rarity and age, ranging from 3 in 1991 to 119.95 in 2021.
Price by denomination
Why? Value scales with face value and rarity, from 2.97 for 50 Won to 39.24 for 2000 Won.
Price by composition
Why? Precious metals command a premium, with Silver at 119.95 compared to Brass at 3.22.
Price by certification
Why? Professional grading adds significant value, with PCGS at 95 versus Uncertified at 3.99.
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Common questions
What is the median price for an uncertified South Korean coin?
The median price for uncertified coins is 3.99.
How much more do certified coins typically cost compared to uncertified ones?
Certified coins from PCGS have a median of 95, while uncertified coins have a median of 3.99.
Which composition has seen the highest price increase?
Silver has seen the highest increase with a delta of 1783%.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $1–$226, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 15, 2026.