5 Céntimos
1929 year| Bronze (95% Copper, 4% Zinc, 1% Tin) | 1 g | 15 mm |
| Location | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Issuing institution | Government of Costa Rica (Gobierno de Costa Rica) |
| Period | First Republic (1848-1948) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1929 |
| Value | 5 Centimos (5 céntimos) (0.05 CRC) |
| Currency | Colón (1896-date) |
| Composition | Bronze (95% Copper, 4% Zinc, 1% Tin) |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8739 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 43% |
Reverse
Value within wreath
Note: "GCR" at bottom right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMERICA CENTRAL
5
CENTIMOS
G. C. R.
Unabridged legend:
America Central
5
Centimos
Gobierno de Costa Rica
Translation:
Central America
5
Centimos
Government of Costa Rica
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 1929 is interesting because it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Chile, known as the "Gran Depresión" (Great Depression). Despite the economic challenges, the coin was still made with a durable bronze alloy, which has helped many of them survive to this day in good condition.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 GCR | 1500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Céntimos 1929 coin.
