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1 Colón
1998 year| Aluminium bronze | 2.78 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Central Bank of Costa Rica (Banco Central de Costa Rica) |
| Period | Second Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1998 |
| Value | 1 Colón 1 CRC = USD 0.0019 |
| Currency | Colón (1896-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 2.78 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 2.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#3979 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 13% |
Reverse
Value within a laurel wreath and initials below
one point (braille 1)
Scripts: Braille, Latin
Lettering:
1
COLON
⠁
B.C.C.R.
Unabridged legend:
1
Colon
⠁
Banco Central de Costa Rica
Translation:
1
Colon
1
Central Bank of Costa Rica
Edge
Segmented (4 smooth, 4 milled)
Comment
While still legal tender, these coins are no longer issued by the Central Bank.Interesting fact
The 1 Colón coin from Costa Rica features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. On one side of the coin, there is an image of a quetzal, a colorful bird that is native to Costa Rica and is considered a symbol of freedom and beauty. On the other side, there is an image of a stylized map of Costa Rica, which represents the country's diverse geography and natural resources. The coin's design was created by Costa Rican artist, Olga Escalante, and it has been praised for its unique blend of traditional and modern elements.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 15000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Colón 1998 coin.
