10 Colones
1995 year| Brass plated steel | 5.0 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Central Bank of Costa Rica (Banco Central de Costa Rica) |
| Period | Second Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1995 |
| Value | 10 Colones 10 CRC = USD 0.019 |
| Currency | Colón (1896-date) |
| Composition | Brass plated steel |
| Weight | 5.0 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#3269 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 9% |
Reverse
Value above coffee branches and initials below
Value in Braille.
NOTE: Versions with connected or crossed coffee branches in mintages.
Scripts: Braille, Latin
Lettering:
10
COLONES
⠁⠚
B.C.C.R.
Unabridged legend:
10
Colones
⠁⠚
Banco Central de Costa Rica
Translation:
10
Colones
10
Central Bank of Costa Rica
Edge
Segmented (4 smooth, 4 milled with 13 reeds)
Interesting fact
The 10 Colones coin from Costa Rica features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. On one side of the coin, there is an image of a traditional Costa Rican oxcart, which is a symbol of the country's agricultural history and traditional transportation methods. On the other side, there is an image of the national coat of arms, which includes a depiction of a volcano, a symbol of the country's natural beauty and geological features. The coin's design serves as a reminder of Costa Rica's rich history and cultural identity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 15000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Colones 1995 coin.
