© Cyrillius
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2 Colones
| Stainless steel | 4.25 g | 23.1 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 | 1982-1984 |
| Value | 2 Colones (2 CRC) |
| Currency | Colón (1896-date) |
| Composition | Stainless steel |
| Weight | 4.25 g |
| Diameter | 23.1 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#1053 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 6% |
Reverse
The value within a laurel wreath and abbreviation of the "Banco Central de Costa Rica".
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMERICA CENTRAL
2
COLONES
B.C.C.R.
Unabridged legend:
America Central
2
Colones
Banco Central de Costa Rica
Translation:
Central America
2
Colones
Central Bank of Costa Rica
Edge
Plain
Comment
Although these coins have been demonetized, they are still redeemable at the Central Bank of Costa Rica.Interesting fact
The 2 Colones coin from Costa Rica was designed by sculptor and engraver, José Sancho. The obverse side of the coin features the national coat of arms of Costa Rica, which includes a shield with five volcanoes, a sun, and a rainbow, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. The reverse side of the coin features a stylized image of a coffee tree, which is one of Costa Rica's most important crops. The coin's designer, José Sancho, was known for his work in creating sculptures and engravings that celebrated Costa Rican culture and history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | 12000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1983 | 24000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1984 | 72000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Colones 1982-1984 coin.
