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5 Céntimos
1979 year| Brass (70% Copper, 30% Zinc) | 1 g | 15 mm |
| 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 | 1979 |
| Value | 5 Centimos (5 céntimos) (0.05 CRC) |
| Currency | Colón (1896-date) |
| Composition | Brass (70% Copper, 30% Zinc) |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 0.67 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#7404 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
The value within a laurel wreath and initials of the "Banco Central de Costa Rica"
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMERICA CENTRAL
5
CENTIMOS
B.C.C.R.
Unabridged legend: Banco Central de Costa Rica
Translation:
Central America
Central Bank of Costa Rica
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Although these coins have been demonetized, they are still redeemable at the Central Bank of Costa Rica.Interesting fact
The 5 Céntimos coin from Costa Rica was designed by sculptor and engraver, José Sancho, and features a portrait of Juan Santamaría, a national hero who played a significant role in Costa Rica's history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 3060000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Céntimos 1979 coin.
