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50 Centavos
| Silver (.750) (Copper .250) | 12.5 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Period | First Republic (1848-1948) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1880-1890 |
| Value | 50 Centavos (0.50) |
| Currency | Peso (decimalized, 1863-1896) |
| Composition | Silver (.750) (Copper .250) |
| Weight | 12.5 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 24 October 1896 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#46137 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
Value within wreath. With legend at top. Fineness and assayer's initials at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMERICA CENTRAL
50 CENTAVOS
G. W. 9 Ds
Translation:
Central America
50 Centavos
Guillermo Witting 0.750
Engraver: Guillermo Witting
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Centavos coin from Costa Rica (1880-1890) is that it was minted with a unique blend of metals, specifically 75% silver and 25% copper, which gives it a distinctive appearance and durability.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 389000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1885 | 152000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1886 | 97000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1887 | 208000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1890 | 58000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Centavos 1880-1890 coin.
