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1 Centavo Piedfort
1892 year| Nickel | - | - |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Period | First Republic (1848-1948) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1892 |
| Value | 1 Centavo (0.01) |
| Currency | Peso (decimalized, 1863-1896) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#304740 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Value above date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UN
CENTAVO
1892
Translation:
One
Centavo
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Centavo (Piedfort) 1892 from Costa Rica made of Nickel is a rare and unique coin, with only 20 examples known to exist. It was minted in 1892 as a trial strike, and its design features a depiction of the Costa Rican coat of arms on one side and a wreath surrounding the number "1" on the other. The use of nickel in its production gives the coin a distinctive silver-gray color that sets it apart from other coins of the time. Due to its rarity and historical significance, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and is considered a valuable addition to any numismatic collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1892 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Centavo (Piedfort) 1892 coin.