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¼ Real Costa Rica
1845 year| Silver (.903) | 0.85 g | 11.5 mm |
| Issuer | Federal Republic of Central America |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal Republic (1821-1841) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1845 |
| Value | ¼ Real |
| Currency | Real (1824-1851) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 0.85 g |
| Diameter | 11.5 mm |
| Thickness | 0.85 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#77399 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Tree at center. With mint mark at left and value at right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
C•R
1/4
Translation:
Costa Rica
1/4 Real
Comment
Caution, latter-day counterfeits are known.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Real (Costa Rica) 1845 coin from the Federal Republic of Central America is that it was minted during a time of political and economic turmoil in the region. The Federal Republic of Central America was a short-lived political entity that consisted of several Central American states, including Costa Rica, and was formed in 1821. However, the union dissolved in 1838, and Costa Rica became an independent republic. Despite this political instability, the ¼ Real coin continued to be minted and used as currency in Costa Rica until 1845. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of history that serves as a reminder of the complex political and economic dynamics of the time.
