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Currency Museum of Korea

Currency Museum of Korea

화폐박물관 · Daejeon · Museums & galleries

The Currency Museum of Korea, established in 1988, is operated by the Mint Corporation of Korea as part of its non-profit public services and is open to visitors free of charge with a view of increasing public knowledge of the nation’s currency. The museum features about 120,000 pieces including: coins currently in use both in Korea and overseas; coins from modern times (from the Late Joseon Dynasty until today); 80 types of commemorative coins; 88 types of ‘special money’; postage stamps, and other materials. Additionally, there is an experiential space where visitors can learn about the currency production process and its historical significance, providing significant educational benefits. ·

TypeMuseums & galleries
RegionDaejeon
Address80-67 Gwahak-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
Hours10:00-17:00
ClosedMondays, January 1, Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day) holidays
AdmissionFree
ParkingAvailable

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