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½ Onza / 4 Escudos
1850 (1850-1858) years| Gold (.875) (Copper .125) | 12.6 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Period | First Republic (1848-1948) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1850 (1850-1858) |
| Currency | Peso (1850-1864) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) (Copper .125) |
| Weight | 12.6 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#78579 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
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
15
DE
SETE.
DE
1821
21 Qs. 1/2 oz.. J. B.
Unabridged legend:
America Central
15
de
Septiembre
de
1821
21 Quilate 1/2 Onza Juan Barth
Translation:
Central America
15th
of
September,
1821
21 Karats 1/2 Ounce
Engraver: Juan Barth
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Onza / 4 Escudos 1850 (1850-1858) coin from Costa Rica is that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in the country. The coin was introduced as part of a decimalization effort aimed at replacing the old Spanish colonial system of currency, which had been in use since the 16th century. Despite the challenges faced during its production, the coin remained in circulation for several years and is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1850 (1850-1858) | 17838 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Onza / 4 Escudos 1850 (1850-1858) coin.
