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1500 Colones Coronado and Columbus
1982 year| Gold (.500) | 6.98 g | - |
| 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 | 1982 |
| Value | 1500 Colones 1500 CRC = USD 2.89 |
| Currency | Colón (1896-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.500) |
| Weight | 6.98 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#309650 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Busts of Francisco Coronado and Christopher Columbus above wreath, value above
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1500 COLONES
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1500 Colones (Coronado and Columbus) 1982 gold coin from Costa Rica is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 500th anniversary of Christopher Columbus's arrival in the Americas. The coin's obverse side depicts a portrait of Columbus, while the reverse side features an image of Juan Coronado, a Spanish conquistador who played a significant role in the colonization of Costa Rica. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 FM | 724 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1500 Colones (Coronado and Columbus) 1982 coin.
