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10 Centavos
1917 year| Silver (.500) (Copper .500) | 2 g | 18 mm |
| Location | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Issuing institution | Government of Costa Rica (Gobierno de Costa Rica) |
| Period | First Republic (1848-1948) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1917 |
| Value | 10 Centavos (0.10 CRC) |
| Currency | Colón (1896-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) (Copper .500) |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#29639 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 60% |
Reverse
Denomination within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMERICA CENTRAL
10 CENTAVOS
500 M G.C.R *
Translation:
Central America
10 Centavos
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Although these coins have been demonetized, they are still redeemable at the Central Bank of Costa Rica.Interesting fact
The 10 Centavos coin from 1917 is interesting because it was made during a time when many countries were transitioning from using silver to cupro-nickel for their coinage. The fact that it is made of a 50/50 combination of silver and copper is notable, as it reflects the efforts of the Mexican government to maintain the use of silver in their currency while also introducing a more durable and practical material. This coin is a unique example of a transitional period in the history of currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 99740 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Centavos 1917 coin.
