50 Colones (Green Turtles) 1974 front 50 Colones (Green Turtles) 1974 back
50 Colones (Green Turtles) 1974 photo
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50 Colones Green Turtles

1974 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
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 (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#56815
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
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.