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1 Peso Pattern
1850 year| (White Metal) | - | - |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Period | First Republic (1848-1948) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1850 |
| Value | 1 Peso |
| Currency | Peso (1850-1864) |
| Composition | (White Metal) |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#304686 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Tree divides value, with legend at top and fineness and assayer's initials at bottom
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMERICA CENTRAL
1 Po
10 Ds. 20 Gc. J. B.
Translation:
Central America
1/2 Peso
Juan Barth
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Peso (Pattern) 1850 from Costa Rica made of White Metal is a rare and unique coin that was never officially released into circulation. It was created as a trial strike, and only a few samples were produced, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.