1 oz 2022 South Korean Taekwondo Gold Round | KOMSCO

These 1 oz gold rounds celebrate one of the most popular martial arts in the world: the South Korean Taekwondo. It is the fourth and last release of the series of gold bullion celebrating the sport issued by the reputable KOMSCO mint.

ROUND HIGHLIGHTS

• Ships individually in protective packaging
• Consisting of 1 oz of 999 Fine Gold
• Obverse: Features the depiction of a taekwondo black belt master in a martial arts stance, a privy mark shaped like a closed fist, along with the inscriptions "TAEKWONDO" and "1 oz Fine Gold 999"
• Reverse: Features a depiction of the Taegeuk surrounded by swirling patterns, the inscriptions "2022 Korea" and a security printing with alternating engravings depending on the angle it's seen from
• Limited Mintage of 1000

Taekwondo is a Korean form of martial arts focused on punching, kicking and self-defense techniques. It began after World War II with new martial arts schools called "kwans" opening in Seoul. Taekwondo became an unified sport throughout the years, spreading around the world and becoming an Olympic sport in 2000.

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 throughout the years by using new technologies, processes and diversifying their offerings, which include coinage, medals, cultural related relics, and silver and gold bullion products.