Discover the allure of history with our Costa Rica One Colon 1948 coin ring from Hoard Of The Rings. Transforming a custom coin order into a handcrafted, stunning coin ring, this piece makes for a perfect gift to commemorate a special year.
Each handcrafted ring tells the story of its journey, offering a unique keepsake of the moments and memories embedded within its metal. Ideal for your jewelry collection, it celebrates the many hands and pockets it has passed through, preserving the rich stories and vibrant history of Costa Rica.
Costa Rica One Colon 1948
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Republic of Costa Rica One Colón (1948)
Year of Issue: 1948 Issuing Authority: Banco Nacional de Costa Rica Minted at: Royal Mint, Tower Hill, London, United Kingdom
Design & Symbolism
Obverse:Features the Costa Rican coat of arms, which includes:
Five stars for the five provinces
Three extinct volcanoes representing the mountain ranges
Two ships symbolizing Costa Rica’s position between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans
A rising sun on the leftLegend: REPUBLICA DE COSTA RICA . AMERICA CENTRAL
Reverse:Displays the denomination “1 COLON” within a laurel wreathIncludes initials B.N.C.R. for Banco Nacional de Costa RicaLegend: AMERICA CENTRAL 1 COLON B.N.C.R.
Edge:Smooth, engraved with “B N C R” repeated four times
Technical Specifications:
Composition:Copper-nickel (75% Cu, 25% Ni)
Weight:10 g
Diameter:29 mm
Thickness:2.0 mm
Shape:Round
Orientation:Coin alignment ↑↓
Mintage:1,350,000 coins
Status:Demonetized, but redeemable at the Central Bank of Costa Rica
Historical Context:This coin was issued during the final year of Costa Rica’s First Republic (1848–1948), marking a transitional moment in the nation's political and monetary history. It reflects both the national identity and economic modernization of mid-20th-century Costa Rica.
