Korea South 500 won Sokkuram Bodhisattva KM-12 PR 69 PCGS silver coin 1970

The South Korea 500 Won Sokkuram Bodhisattva silver proof coin, issued in 1970, pays tribute to the magnificent Seokguram Grotto, one of Korea’s greatest cultural treasures and a masterpiece of Buddhist art. Struck in silver and certified PCGS PR69, this exceptional Proof coin celebrates the spiritual and artistic achievements of the Unified Silla period. The reverse features a graceful Bodhisattva from Seokguram, delicately holding a small offering bowl and adorned with an elegant headdress, necklace, robe, and ornamental jewelry. The finely sculpted figure is set against a circular halo, emphasizing serenity and enlightenment. The obverse displays the national emblem of the Republic of Korea, with the Taegeuk symbol inside a stylized flower, surrounded by hibiscus blossoms, leafy branches, and a laurel wreath, together with the denomination and commemorative dates 4303–1970. The deep mirrored fields and frosted relief create an impressive Proof finish, while the PCGS PR69 certification confirms its outstanding preservation. This beautiful silver commemorative is an excellent choice for collectors of Buddhist art, Korean cultural heritage, religious history, and high-grade certified world coins.

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