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5 Colones
| Stainless steel | 7.25 g | 26.00 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 |
| Years | 1983-1989 |
| Value | 5 Colones (5 CRC) |
| Currency | Colón (1896-date) |
| Composition | Stainless steel |
| Weight | 7.25 g |
| Diameter | 26.00 mm |
| Thickness | 1.92 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#69 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 6% |
Reverse
Value above coffee branches, ribbon behind value and initials of the "Banco Central de Costa Rica", the value in Braille, all within a heptagonal rim
Scripts: Braille, Latin
Lettering:
5
COLONES
⠑
B.C.C.R.
Unabridged legend:
5
Colones
⠑
Banco Central de Costa Rica
Translation:
5
Colones
5
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 Colones 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 the country's history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | 24000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1985 | 25000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1989 | 20000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Colones 1983-1989 coin.
