1 Real, Costa Rica

1 Real, Costa Rica, 1849-1850 obverse image1 Real, Costa Rica, 1849-1850 reverse image
1 Real coin main info

Main information

  • Country:
    Costa Rica flagCosta Rica
  • Years of Minting:
    1849-1850
  • Period:
    First Costa Rican Republic (1848-1948)
  • Coin Type:
    Standard circulation coin
  • Shape:
    Round
  • Technique:
    Milled
  • Mint:
    Casa Nacional de Moneda de Costa Rica, San José, Costa Rica (1828-1947)
1 Real Reference Price

Reference Price

$4.95-$999.47

The actual value of the coin may differ depending on its condition, luster, rarity, and other factors. This is a rough estimation.

1 Real Coin Design

Coin Design

Reverse

Description:

Coffee tree at center flanked with value. With legend and date around.

Engraver:

Juan Barth

Designer:

n/a

Obverse

Description:

Female bust at center in circle. With legend around. Assayer's initial and fineness at bottom.

Engraver:

Juan Barth

Designer:

n/a

Edge

Description:

n/a

1 Real Lettering

Lettering

Obverse:

AMERICA CENTRAL J • B • 9 • D •

Reverse:

REPUBLICA DE COSTA-RICA 1 • R • • 1849 •

1 Real Physical Feature

Physical Feature

Composition

Silver (.750)

Size

1 Real sizes
  • Weight:2.9 g
  • Diameter:20 mm
  • Thickness:n/a
  • Edge:n/a

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