50 Céntimos coin from Costa Rica (Republic of Costa Rica, República de Costa Rica). The coin was circulated in 1972 - 1975 and will be picked randomly. Various grades from Good to Very fine. A photo is for advertising purposes only. The coin may have scratches, dirt, or damage from oxidation.
Country: Costa Rica
Continents: North America
Groupings: Central America
Denomination: 50 Céntimos
Value: 50 Céntimos (0.50 CRC)
Type: Standard circulation coin
Year: 1972 - 1975
Year: 1972 - 1975
Numismatic period: Colón (1896 - now)
Year demonetized: Yes
Composition: Copper-nickel
Composition details: .750 Copper, .250 Nickel
Diameter: 26 mm.
Thickness: 1.8 mm.
Weight: 7.1 g.
Shape: Round
Technique: Milled
Orientation: Coin alignment ↑↓
Obverse: Seven stars represent the seven provinces, volcanoes, two ships and a sunrise
Obverse lettering: REPUBLICA DE COSTA RICA AMERICA CENTRAL REPUBLICA DE COSTA RICA 1978
Obverse translation: Republic of Costa Rica Central America Republic of Costa Rica
Reverse: Laurel wreath and initials of the Banco Central de Costa Rica
Reverse lettering: AMERICA CENTRAL 50 CENTIMOS B.C.C.R.
Edge: Smooth with inscription
Edge lettering: B.C.C.R.
ℹ Themes: Mountain, Boat and ship