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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, Counterstamped |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 24 October 1896 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#88383 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Type VIII lion within 5 mm. circle counterstamp
Script: Latin
Comment
Counterstamp upon Medellin 5 Decimos 1885Interesting 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 Jose Joaquin Rodriguez, who implemented measures to stabilize the economy and promote trade. Despite these efforts, the coin's silver content and value made it unpopular among merchants and citizens, leading to its eventual withdrawal from circulation. Today, the coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, serving as a reminder of Costa Rica's economic history.
