한국조폐공사 화폐박물관, Currency museum in Cheongju, South Korea.
The Korea Mint Museum is a museum in Cheongju displaying national banknotes, coins, and security printing materials. The exhibition spans three floors across multiple galleries.
The museum was founded to document the development of Korean currency from ancient metal coins to modern security-enhanced banknotes. The collection also shows the rise of digital payment systems in recent years.
Korean currency designs incorporate traditional patterns, historical figures, and national symbols throughout the displays. These elements tell stories about the country and its people.
The museum is located near the Korea Minting Corporation headquarters and opens from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM on weekdays. Entry is free for all visitors.
The museum features a specialized production zone where visitors can observe actual minting processes. You can also inspect the security features built into current banknotes.
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