20 Colones
1994 year| Nickel plated stainless steel | 9.70 g | 31.25 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 |
| Year | 1994 |
| Value | 20 Colones (20 CRC) |
| Currency | Colón (1896-date) |
| Composition | Nickel plated stainless steel |
| Weight | 9.70 g |
| Diameter | 31.25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.96 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#178736 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 25% |
Reverse
Nonagonal (9 sided) rim
Value above coffee branches, ribbon behind value and initials of the "Banco Central de Costa Rica"
Value in Braille
Scripts: Braille, Latin
Lettering:
20
COLONES
⠃⠚
B.C.C.R.
Unabridged legend:
20
Colones
⠃⠚
Banco Central de Costa Rica
Translation:
20
Colones
20
Central Bank of Costa Rica
Edge
Reeded
Comment
In 1994, 20 colones pieces were struck using both nickel-plated stainless steel and non-nickel-plated stainless steel.Although these coins have been demonetized, they are still redeemable at the Central Bank of Costa Rica.
Interesting fact
The 20 Colones coin from Costa Rica, issued in 1994, has a unique feature - it has a holographic security strip on its reverse side. This strip displays a holographic image of a quetzal bird, which is a symbol of Costa Rican culture and heritage. This feature was introduced as an anti-counterfeiting measure and adds to the coin's distinctiveness and collectibility.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Colones 1994 coin.
