10 Colones (Central Bank) ND (1975) front 10 Colones (Central Bank) ND (1975) back
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10 Colones Central Bank ND

1975 year
Nickel 16.1 g 33.8 mm
Description
Issuer
Costa Rica
Issuing bank
Central Bank of Costa Rica (Banco Central de Costa Rica)
Period
Second Republic (1948-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1975
Value
10 Colones (10&nbspCRC)
Currency
Colón (1896-date)
Composition
Nickel
Weight
16.1 g
Diameter
33.8 mm
Thickness
2.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#9391
Rarity index
19%

Reverse

Guanacaste tree

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ANIVERSARIO DEL
1950 - 1975
BANCO CENTRAL

Translation:
Anniversary of the
Central Bank

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Although these coins have been demonetized, they are still redeemable at the Central Bank of Costa Rica.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Colones (Central Bank) ND (1975) coin from Costa Rica is that it features the image of a quetzal, a colorful bird native to the region, on its reverse side. The quetzal is considered a symbol of freedom and beauty in Costa Rican culture, and its depiction on the coin reflects the country's rich natural heritage and commitment to preserving its biodiversity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1975)  495115 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Colones (Central Bank) ND (1975) coin.