© Makake
© Makake
100 Colones Non-Magnetic
| Copper-aluminium-nickel | 9 g | 29.5 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 |
| Years | 1997-1999 |
| Value | 100 Colones 100 CRC = USD 0.19 |
| Currency | Colón (1896-date) |
| Composition | Copper-aluminium-nickel |
| Weight | 9 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#6957 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 5% |
Reverse
Value above coffee branches and initials below
Value in Braille
Scripts: Braille, Latin
Lettering:
100
COLONES
⠁⠚⠚
B. C. C. R.
Unabridged legend:
100
Colones
⠁⠚⠚
Banco Central de Costa Rica
Translation:
100
Colones
Central Bank of Costa Rica
Edge
4 smooth and 4 reeded segments (13 grooves each)
Interesting fact
The 100 Colones coin from Costa Rica, minted between 1997 and 1999, has a unique feature - it is non-magnetic. This is due to the composition of the coin, which is made of a blend of copper, aluminum, and nickel. This makes it stand out from other coins that are made of ferromagnetic materials, like iron or nickel, which are attracted to magnets.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 15000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1998 | 15000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1999 | 30000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Colones (Non-Magnetic) 1997-1999 coin.
