100 000 Colones (Central Bank) 2000 front 100 000 Colones (Central Bank) 2000 back
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100 000 Colones Central Bank

2000 year
Gold (.900) 15.55 g -
Description
Issuer
Costa Rica
Issuing bank
Central Bank of Costa Rica (Banco Central de Costa Rica)
Period
Second Republic (1948-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2000
Value
100 000 Colones 100 000 CRC = USD 193
Currency
Colón (1896-date)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
15.55 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#306887
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Three standing citizens, denomination at right

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BANCO CENTRAL DE COSTA RICA · 50 AÑOS ·
100 000
COLONES
Au 900

Translation: Central Bank of Costa Rica · 50 Years

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 100,000 Colones (Central Bank) 2000 gold coin from Costa Rica is that it features the image of a quetzal, a colorful bird native to the region, on its obverse 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.