1 Centavo (Piedfort) 1892 front 1 Centavo (Piedfort) 1892 back
1 Centavo (Piedfort) 1892 photo
© Heritage Auctions

1 Centavo Piedfort

1892 year
Tin - -
Description
Issuer
Costa Rica
Period
First Republic (1848-1948)
Type
Pattern
Year
1892
Value
1 Centavo (0.01)
Currency
Peso (decimalized, 1863-1896)
Composition
Tin
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#304739
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Value and date within wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1
CENTAVO
1892

Comment

Similar to KM# Pn1

Interesting fact

The Pattern 1 Centavo (Piedfort) 1892 from Costa Rica made of Tin is interesting because it was minted during a time when Costa Rica was experiencing economic difficulties, and the government was exploring alternative materials for coinage. Tin was chosen as a cost-effective option, and the coins were produced in limited quantities. As a result, these coins are now highly sought after by collectors, making them a unique and valuable addition to any collection.