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50 Céntimos
1937 year| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 6.25 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Banco National de Costa Rica |
| Period | First Republic (1848-1948) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1937 |
| Value | 50 Centimos (50 céntimos) (0.50 CRC) |
| Currency | Colón (1896-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 6.25 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#9389 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 25% |
Reverse
Value within a laurel wreath and initials of the "Banco Nacional de Costa Rica"
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMERICA CENTRAL
50
CENTIMOS
B.N.C.R
Unabridged legend:
America Central
50
Centimos
Banco National de Costa Rica
Translation:
Central America
50
Centimos
National Bank of Costa Rica
Edge
Smooth with lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: BNCR-BNCR-BNCR-BNCR
Unabridged legend: Banco National de Costa Rica
Translation: National Bank of Costa Rica
Comment
Although these coins have been demonetized, they are still redeemable at the Central Bank of Costa Rica.Interesting fact
The 50 Céntimos coin from Costa Rica, minted in 1937, features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual national emblem or coat of arms, it depicts a stylized image of a farmer and a worker, symbolizing the country's agricultural and industrial sectors. This design was intended to promote the idea of unity and cooperation among the Costa Rican people during a time of economic and political change.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | 600000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Céntimos 1937 coin.
