25 Céntimos (Large size) 1982 front 25 Céntimos (Large size) 1982 back
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25 Céntimos Large size

1982 year
Aluminium 1.06 g 23 mm
Description
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
1982
Value
25 Centimos (25 céntimos) (0.25&nbspCRC)
Currency
Colón (1896-date)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
1.06 g
Diameter
23 mm
Thickness
1.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#7665
Rarity index
13%

Reverse

Value within a laurel wreath and initials of the "Banco Central de Costa Rica"

Script: Latin

Lettering:
AMERICA CENTRAL
25
CENTIMOS
B.C.C.R.

Unabridged legend:
America Central
25
Centimos
Banco Central de Costa Rica

Translation:
Central America
25
Centimos
Central Bank of Costa Rica

Edge

Plain

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 sculptor and engraver, José Sancho. The obverse side of the coin features the national coat of arms of Costa Rica, which includes a shield with five volcanoes, a rising sun, and a bundle of coffee branches. The reverse side of the coin features a stylized image of a quetzal bird, which is a symbol of freedom and beauty in Costa Rican culture. The coin's designer, José Sancho, was known for his work in creating sculptures and medals for various institutions and events in Costa Rica.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1982  30000000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Céntimos (Large size) 1982 coin.