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5 Colones Central Bank ND
1975 year| Nickel | 12 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Central Bank of Costa Rica (Banco Central de Costa Rica) |
| Period | Second Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1975 |
| Value | 5 Colones (5 CRC) |
| Currency | Colón (1896-date) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 2.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#3624 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Coffee plant
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ANIVERSARIO DEL BANCO CENTRAL
1950-1975
Translation: Anniversary of the Central Bank
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, minted in 1975, features the image of a quetzal bird on its reverse side. The quetzal is a symbol of freedom and beauty in Costa Rican culture, and it's also the name of the country's national bird. The coin's design was created by Costa Rican artist, Rafael Ángel Heredia, and it's considered a unique and iconic representation of Costa Rican identity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1975) | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Colones (Central Bank) ND (1975) coin.
