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1 Real Type IV Counterstamp
1846 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Period | Free State (1838-1847) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1846 |
| Value | 1 Real |
| Currency | Real (1841-1864) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Cob |
| Technique | Counterstamped, Hammered (cob) |
| Demonetized | 19 July 1849 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#78619 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Reverse stamp: Tree divides value within circle. With legend on outer circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HABILITADA EN COSTA-RICA J.B.
1• R•
Translation:
Enabled in Costa Rica Juan Barth
1 Real
Comment
Type IV countermark consisted of both Obverse and Reverse aligned dies.Host coin: Any colonial American 1 Real cob coin; due to the size of the stamp dies being exactly the size of 1 Real coin these host coins are impossible to determine because the whole surface was remodeled with the stamp.
Interesting fact
The 1 Real (Type IV Counterstamp) 1846 from Costa Rica made of Silver is interesting because it was issued during a time of economic and political turmoil in the country. Costa Rica was facing a civil war and the government was struggling to maintain stability, which led to the issuance of this coin as a way to address the economic needs of the country. Despite the challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, showcasing the rich history and culture of Costa Rica.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1846 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Real (Type IV Counterstamp) 1846 coin.
