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10 Céntimos
| Brass | 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 |
| Years | 1936-1941 |
| Value | 10 Centimos (10 céntimos) (0.10 CRC) |
| Currency | Colón (1896-date) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8743 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 28% |
Reverse
Value within a laurel wreath and initials of the government of Costa Rica at bottom
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMERICA CENTRAL
10
CENTIMOS
G.C.R.
Unabridged legend:
America Central
10
Centimos
Gobierno de Costa Rica
Translation:
Central America
10
Centimos
Government of Costa Rica
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Although these coins have been demonetized, they are still redeemable at the Central Bank of Costa Rica.Interesting fact
The 10 Céntimos coin was designed by the Mexican artist and engraver, José María Pemán. He was a prominent figure in Mexican art and design, and his work can be seen in various coins and banknotes throughout Mexico's history. The 10 Céntimos coin features an image of a serpent on the obverse side, which was inspired by Mexico's pre-Columbian heritage and symbolizes the country's rich cultural history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 GCR | 750000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1941 GCR | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Céntimos 1936-1941 coin.
