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½ Escudo
| Gold (.875) (Copper .125) | 1.55 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Period | First Republic (1848-1948) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1850-1864 |
| Value | ½ Escudo (1) |
| Currency | Peso (1850-1864) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) (Copper .125) |
| Weight | 1.55 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#17162 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Female with bow and arrows reclining on column with Independence date. With legend at top. Fineness, value and assayer's initials at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMERICA CENTRAL
21 QS 1/2 E J.B.
Translation:
Central America
21 Karats 1/2 Escudo Juan Barth
Engraver: Juan Barth
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Escudo coin from Costa Rica is that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in the country. The coin was introduced in 1850, just a few years after Costa Rica had gained independence from Spain, and it was used as a standard circulation coin until 1864. Despite the challenges faced by the young nation, the coin's design and production were of high quality, featuring a beautiful combination of gold and copper. The coin's weight of 1.55 grams and its gold and copper composition made it a valuable and reliable form of currency for the people of Costa Rica during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1850 | 3388 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1851 | 6565 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1853 | 8491 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1854 | 4663 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1855 | 8822 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1864 | 9018 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Escudo 1850-1864 coin.
