250 Colones (Guaria Morada) 1983 front 250 Colones (Guaria Morada) 1983 back
250 Colones (Guaria Morada) 1983 photo
© Miguel Arguedas

250 Colones Guaria Morada

1983 year
Silver (.925) 30.33 g -
Description
Issuer
Costa Rica
Issuing bank
Central Bank of Costa Rica (Banco Central de Costa Rica)
Period
Second Republic (1948-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1983
Value
250 Colones 250 CRC = USD 0.48
Currency
Colón (1896-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
30.33 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#188127
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Guaria Morada orchid, value below

Script: Latin

Lettering: 250 COLONES

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1983 Costa Rican 250 Colones (Guaria Morada) silver coin features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a traditional indigenous woman, known as a "Guaria Morada," wearing a colorful headdress and carrying a basket of fruits and vegetables. The reverse side features the national coat of arms of Costa Rica, surrounded by a wreath of coffee branches and a banner with the country's name. This coin is not only a beautiful collector's item but also a symbol of Costa Rican culture and history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1983 FM 393 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 250 Colones (Guaria Morada) 1983 coin.