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50 Colones Green Turtles
1974 yearSilver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
Issuer | Costa Rica |
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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 (.925) |
Weight | 28.28 g |
Diameter | 38.61 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#56815 |
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Rarity index | 64% |
Reverse
Green turtles, denomination below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMERICA CENTRAL
50 COLONES
Translation:
Central America
50 Colones
Engraver: Norman Sillman
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 50 Colones (Green Turtles) coin from Costa Rica, minted in 1974, is made of silver (.925) and weighs 28.28 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 issued to raise awareness about the importance of protecting the country's wildlife and marine ecosystems.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1974 | 11000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.