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1 Colón
1935 year| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 10 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Banco Internacional de Costa Rica |
| Period | First Republic (1848-1948) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1935 |
| Value | 1 Colón (1 CRC) |
| Currency | Colón (1896-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#9390 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 23% |
Reverse
Value within a laurel wreath and initials of the "Banco Internacional de Costa Rica"
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMERICA CENTRAL
1
COLON
B.I.C.R.
Unabridged legend:
America Central
1
Colon
Banco Internacional de Costa Rica
Translation:
Central America
1
Colon
International Bank of Costa Rica
Edge
Smooth with incuse lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: BICR - BICR - BICR - BICR -
Unabridged legend: Banco Internacional de Costa Rica
Translation: International Bank of Costa Rica
Comment
Although these coins have been demonetized, they are still redeemable at the Central Bank of Costa Rica.Interesting fact
The 1 Colón 1935 coin from Costa Rica features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing the country's rich agricultural heritage. The coin depicts a farmer working in a field, surrounded by crops and trees, highlighting the importance of agriculture in Costa Rican society. This design was created by the Costa Rican artist, Tomás Povedano, and it has become a distinctive feature of the country's coinage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | 350000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Colón 1935 coin.
