5 Céntimos
| Brass | 1 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Banco National de Costa Rica |
| Period | First Republic (1848-1948) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1942-1947 |
| Value | 5 Centimos (5 céntimos) (0.05 CRC) |
| Currency | Colón (1896-date) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8738 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 21% |
Reverse
Value within wreath, "B.N" and "C.R." divided by wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMERICA CENTRAL
5
CENTIMOS
C R
B.N. * C.R.
Unabridged legend:
America Central
5
Centimos
Costa Rica
Banco National de Costa Rica
Translation:
Central America
5
Centimos
Costa Rica
National 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 5 Céntimos coin from Costa Rica was designed by sculptor and engraver Gilberto L. Sánchez, who was a prominent artist in Costa Rica during the mid-20th century. His design features a portrait of José Figueres Ferrer, a former president of Costa Rica who played a key role in the country's abolition of its army in 1948. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the country's commitment to peace and democracy.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1942 BNCR | 1725658 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1943 BNCR | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1946 BNCR | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1947 BNCR | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Céntimos 1942-1947 coin.
