100 Colones Manatee
1974 year| Silver (.925) | 35 g | 42 mm |
| 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 | 1974 |
| Value | 100 Colones 100 CRC = USD 0.19 |
| Currency | Colón (1896-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 35 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#17166 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 61% |
Reverse
Manatee, denomination below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMERICA CENTRAL
100 COLONES
Translation: Central America
Engraver: Norman Sillman
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 100 Colones (Manatee) 1974 coin from Costa Rica is a unique piece that features a manatee, also known as a dugong, on its obverse side. It's interesting to note that manatees are not native to Costa Rica, but they can be found in some parts of the country, particularly in the Caribbean Sea. This coin is a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not meant to be used as regular currency, but rather as a collector's item. It's made of silver (.925) and weighs 35 grams, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's piece for numismatists and wildlife enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | 11000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Colones (Manatee) 1974 coin.
