King Taejo, Founder of the Joseon Dynasty

South Korea · 1993 · 100 ₩

This stamp features a portrait of King Taejo, the founder and first king of the Joseon Dynasty of Korea. The design captures the regal and authoritative presence of the monarch who established a dynasty that would rule for over 500 years. It is part of a series honoring significant figures from Korean history.

Issued in 1993, this stamp commemorates a pivotal figure in Korean history, reflecting a national pride in the country's long and storied past. King Taejo's reign (1392–1398) marked the beginning of a new era of governance, culture, and social structure in Korea.