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10 Pesos
| Gold (.875) (Copper .125) | 14.6774 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Period | First Republic (1848-1948) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1870-1872 |
| Value | 10 Pesos |
| Currency | Peso (decimalized, 1863-1896) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) (Copper .125) |
| Weight | 14.6774 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 14 August 1900 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#26376 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Value within wreath. With legend at top. Fineness and assayer's initials at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMERICA CENTRAL
DIEZ
PESOS
21 Q. G.W.
Unabridged legend:
America Central
Diez
Pesos
21 Quilates Guillermo Witting
Translation:
Central America
Ten
Pesos
21 Karats
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Pesos 1870-1872 coin from Costa Rica is that it was one of the first coins to feature the country's national hero, Juan Santamaria, on its obverse side. Santamaria was a soldier who fought against the William Walker's filibuster invasion in 1856 and is considered a national hero in Costa Rica. His image on the coin symbolizes the country's rich history and cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1870 | 20175 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1871 | 29980 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1872 | 4555 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Pesos 1870-1872 coin.
