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50 Centavos Type VIII Counterstamp ND
1889 year| Silver (.835) | 12.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Period | First Republic (1848-1948) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1889 |
| Value | 50 Centavos (0.50) |
| Currency | Peso (decimalized, 1863-1896) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 12.5 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 24 October 1896 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#304809 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Counterstamp: Legend around lion
Host coin: Coat of arms surrounded by weight, value, silver fineness, and mint
Script: Latin
Lettering:
G. 12,500 CINCUENTA CENTAVOS
HABILITADA POR EL GOBIERNO
BOGOTA LEI 0,835
Translation:
12.5 Grams Fifty Centavos
Authorized by the Government
Bogota Fineness 0.835
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Centavos (Type VIII Counterstamp) ND (1889) from Costa Rica is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in the country. The coin was issued during the administration of President José Joaquín Rodríguez, who implemented measures to stabilize the economy and promote trade, including the introduction of a new currency system. Despite these efforts, the coin still maintains a high level of collectibility due to its silver content and unique design.
