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5 Céntimos BC CR separated
1951 year| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 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 | 1951 |
| Value | 5 Centimos (5 céntimos) (0.05 CRC) |
| Currency | Colón (1896-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#21218 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 25% |
Reverse
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:
America Central
5
Centimos
Banco Central de Costa Rica
Translation:
Central America
5
Centimos
Central Bank of Costa Rica
Edge
Reeded
Comment
1951 dated coins exist as both and KM#A184. All other dates are KM#184.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, issued in 1951, has an interesting feature. It displays the national coat of arms on one side, which includes a depiction of a volcano, symbolizing the country's rich natural resources and geological diversity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Céntimos (BC CR separated) 1951 coin.
