[citation needed] The Korean manggeon was originally imported from China but over time developed into a new clothing item with distinct features.

Unlike Chinese wangjin which covered the top of the head like a cap, Korean mang-geon is a circular headband that has two strings at each end of the band.

The practical development of a headband form can be seen in the way Korean-style top knots called sang-tu were secured by using the string ties of the mang-geon.

The materials used included gold, metals, bone, horn and jade, which showcased the social status of the wearer.

[9] The use of horsehair as material in the making of the Chinese wangjin is believed to been introduced from Joseon to the Ming dynasty.