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25 Centavos
| Silver (.750) (Copper .250) | 6.25 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Period | First Republic (1848-1948) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1886-1887 |
| Value | 25 Centavos (0.25) |
| Currency | Peso (decimalized, 1863-1896) |
| Composition | Silver (.750) (Copper .250) |
| Weight | 6.25 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 24 October 1896 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#41968 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 76% |
Reverse
Value within wreath. With legend at top. Fineness and assayer's initials at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMERICA CENTRAL
25 CENTAVOS
9D. G.W.
Translation:
Central America
25 Cents
0.750 Guillermo Witting
Engraver: Guillermo Witting
Comment
KM#127.1 - Initials and fineness "G. W. 9Ds"
KM#127.2 - Fineness and initials "9Ds G. W."
Some coins have "C" below the arms; others have "CB" and some no initials, as indicated in the date listing.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 25 Centavos coin from Costa Rica is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in the country. The coin was introduced in 1886, just a year after Costa Rica had declared its independence from the Central American Federation, and it was used as a standard circulation coin until 1887. This coin was made of silver and copper, with a unique composition of 75% silver and 25% copper, and it weighed 6.25 grams. Despite its relatively small size and value, the coin played an important role in the country's economy during a time of transition and growth.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1886 | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1887 | 201640 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Centavos 1886-1887 coin.
