L3169, Korea 5 Won Coin, Philanthropy “Paek Son Haeng”, 2016 Brass

L3169, Korea 5 Won Coin, Philanthropy “Paek Son Haeng”, 2016 Brass.

UNC condition with original package. Brass.

Issued in 2016 by Korea, with the face value of 5 Won. Diameter: 38 mm.

Paek Son-haeng (1848–1933) was a Korean businesswoman known for her philanthropy. The name “Son Haeng” means virtuous deeds, and was a nickname bestowed on her due to her contributions. Korean sources claim that she was born in modern-day Chung-kuyk, but South Korean sources claim that she was born in Suwon.She was widowed at the age of 16 or 20, and spent the rest of her life saving money while spending very little.