Finally getting so close I'm in a frenzy. I made it through my last day of work for a month; I sewed so many jeans my nails are turning blue.I started my goodbyes today, more to come.
I got Kiffel and Gretchen transferred to their new residence for now.
Now I just need to rearrange my suitcase so everything fits, and I am ready to ship out.
I've even got my cash exchanged into won! (great job, Jenn!)
Isn't it pretty? These are the four paper bills, and there are coins too. The bills have portraits on one side, and a nature scene or other art on the back.
The lady on the 50,000 note is Shin Saimdang, known for being a good wife and mother, and also a poet, calligraphist, artist, writer .... Her son Yulgok appears on the 5,000. His claim to fame is being a spiritual and educated man, your typical Buddhist genius/author. His teacher was named Toegye, another educated and respected historical figure (and royal spy) and he can be found on the 1,000 bill.
King Sejong the Great is on the 10,000. A very famous king who created the Korean character set and writing system called Hangeul. On the reverse of this bill (shown above) is an astronomical clock from 1669, and this unique specimen is owned by Korea University.
What's the value of won in American dollars?
1,000₩ is about $0.90
They are pretty!
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