25 Céntimos
| Brass | 3.45 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Banco National de Costa Rica |
| Period | First Republic (1848-1948) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1944-1946 |
| Value | 25 Centimos (25 céntimos) (0.25 CRC) |
| Currency | Colón (1896-date) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 3.45 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8749 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 23% |
Reverse
Value within a laurel wreath and initials of the "Banco Nacional de Costa Rica" 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
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, minted between 1944 and 1946, is interesting because it was made of brass, a metal alloy that is resistant to corrosion and has been widely used in coinage throughout history. Despite its small denomination, the coin has a relatively high weight of 3.45 grams, making it a substantial piece of currency for its size. Additionally, the coin's design features the national emblem of Costa Rica, which includes a depiction of the volcano Irazu, symbolizing the country's rich natural resources and geological heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 BN CR | 800000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1945 BN CR | 1200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1946 BN CR | 1200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Céntimos 1944-1946 coin.
