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2 Reales Type III Counterstamp ND
1845 year| Silver (.812) | 6.77 g |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Period | Free State (1838-1847) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1845 |
| Value | 2 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1841-1864) |
| Composition | Silver (.812) |
| Weight | 6.77 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Counterstamped |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 24 October 1896 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#78615 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Reverse stamp: Tree with legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HABILITADA POR EL GOB.
Translation: Enabled by Government
Comment
Type III countermark was made from both Obverse and Reverse stamps.Host coin: Spain (Seville) 2 Reales 1815 - 1833 KM#460
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Reales (Type III Counterstamp) ND (1845) from Costa Rica is that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in the country. The coin was issued during the civil war between the conservative and liberal factions, and its production was interrupted several times due to the conflict. Despite this, the coin remained in circulation and is now a sought-after collector's item.
