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1 Real Type I Countermark ND
| Silver (.896) | - | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Period | Free State (1838-1847) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1841-1842 |
| Value | 1 Real |
| Currency | Real (1841-1864) |
| Composition | Silver (.896) |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked, Cut |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 24 October 1896 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#304858 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Remains of host coin: Coat of arms with pillars and crown
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPAN ET IND REX NG 1R M
Translation:
King of Spain and the Indies
Nueva Granada, 1 Real M
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Real (Type I Countermark) ND (1841-1842) from Costa Rica made of Silver (.896) is that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in the country. The coin was issued during the civil war between the conservative and liberal factions, and its production was interrupted several times due to the conflict. Despite this, the coin remained in circulation and became a symbol of national resilience and unity.
