50 Colones Green Turtles
1974 year| Silver (.500) | 25.550 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Central Bank of Costa Rica (Banco Central de Costa Rica) |
| Period | Second Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1974 |
| Value | 50 Colones 50 CRC = USD 0.10 |
| Currency | Colón (1896-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 25.550 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#136973 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 73% |
Reverse
Green turtles, denomination below
Reeded Edge
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMERICA CENTRAL
50 COLONES
Translation: Central America
Engraver: Norman Sillman
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 50 Colones (Green Turtles) coin from Costa Rica, minted in 1974, is made of silver (.500) and weighs 25.550 grams. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a green turtle on its obverse side, which is a symbol of conservation efforts in Costa Rica. The coin was minted to promote awareness and support for the protection of sea turtles and their habitats.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | 7599 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Colones (Green Turtles) 1974 coin.
