5 Centavos
| Silver (.750) (Copper .250) | 1.25 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Period | First Republic (1848-1948) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1889-1892 |
| Value | 5 Centavos (0.05) |
| Currency | Peso (decimalized, 1863-1896) |
| Composition | Silver (.750) (Copper .250) |
| Weight | 1.25 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 24 October 1896 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8734 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 34% |
Reverse
Value within wreath. With legend at top. Fineness and mint at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMERICA CENTRAL
5
CENTAVOS
9 Ds. HEATON BIRMM.
Translation:
Central America
5 Cents
0.750 Heaton Birmingham
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Centavos 1889-1892 coin from Costa Rica is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in the country. The coin was introduced in 1889, just a year after Costa Rica had declared its independence from the Central American Federation, and it was used as a symbol of the country's newfound sovereignty. The coin's design features the national coat of arms and the words "Costa Rica" and "5 Centavos" on one side, and a wreath of coffee branches and the year of minting on the other. The use of silver and copper in the coin's composition was also a reflection of the country's rich natural resources and its efforts to establish itself as a major player in the global economy.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1889 HEATON | 520000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1890 HEATON | 430500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1892 HEATON | 279731 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centavos 1889-1892 coin.
