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25 Céntimos
1945 year| Gilding metal | 3.45 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Banco National de Costa Rica |
| Period | First Republic (1848-1948) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1945 |
| Value | 25 Centimos (25 céntimos) (0.25 CRC) |
| Currency | Colón (1896-date) |
| Composition | Gilding metal |
| Weight | 3.45 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#30956 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 65% |
Reverse
Denomination within wreath, initals of the National Bank divided by wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMERICA CENTRAL
25
CENTIMOS
B.N. * C.R.
Unabridged legend:
America Central
25
Centimos
Banco National de Costa Rica
Translation:
Central America
25
Centimos
National Bank of Costa Rica
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Although these coins have been demonetized, they are still redeemable at the Central Bank of Costa Rica.Interesting fact
The 25 Céntimos coin from Costa Rica was designed by Costa Rican artist and sculptor, Francisco Zúñiga. Zúñiga was known for his work in various artistic mediums, including sculpture, painting, and printmaking. He was also a prominent figure in Costa Rican art and culture, and his designs were often featured on Costa Rican currency. The 25 Céntimos coin is one of his most well-known designs and is considered a classic example of Costa Rican numismatics.
