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4 Reales Type I Countermark ND
| Silver (.892) (Copper .1076) | - | 32.5 mm |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Period | Free State (1838-1847) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1841-1842 |
| Value | 4 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1841-1864) |
| Composition | Silver (.892) (Copper .1076) |
| Diameter | 32.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked, Cut |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 24 October 1896 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#304300 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Remains of host coin
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
E PLURIBUS UNUM
50 C.
Unabridged legend:
United States of America
E Pluribus Unum
50 Cents
Translation: Out of Many, One
Edge
Smooth with lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIFTY CENTS OR HALF A DOLLAR
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Reales (Type I Countermark) ND (1841-1842) coin from Costa Rica is that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in the country. The coin was issued during the civil war between the conservative and liberal factions, and its production was interrupted several times due to the conflict. Despite this, the coin remained in circulation and is now a sought-after collector's item.
