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50 Céntimos Counterstamped Coinage - Type VIII
1923 year| Silver (.750) (Copper .250) | 6.25 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Period | First Republic (1848-1948) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1923 |
| Value | 50 Centimos (50 céntimos) (0.50 CRC) |
| Currency | Colón (1896-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.750) (Copper .250) |
| Weight | 6.25 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Counterstamped |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8764 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 28% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMERICA CENTRAL
50 CENTIMOS
9DS. HEATON BIRMM.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1923 Costa Rican 50 Céntimos coin is that it features a unique counterstamp, which was added to the coin as a security measure to prevent counterfeiting. The counterstamp is a small letter "A" that is stamped on the coin's obverse, and it was applied by the Costa Rican government to ensure the coin's authenticity. This feature makes the coin particularly interesting to collectors and numismatists, as it adds an extra layer of history and complexity to the coin's design.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 HB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Céntimos (Counterstamped Coinage - Type VIII) 1923 coin.
