Costa Rica Gold 10 Colones (Random) Avg Circ
Costa Rica Gold 10 Colones (Random) Avg Circ
This gold coin from Costa Rica, cataloged as KM #140, represents a fascinating era of Central American coinage. Struck with a purity of 90 percent gold, the piece contains 0.2251 troy ounces of actual gold weight. Its surfaces bear the gentle marks of time and commerce, preserved in average circulated condition. The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Christopher Columbus, a central figure in the historical narrative of the Americas. Surrounding the imagery, the inscriptions include the denomination of ten colones, spelled out as DIEZ COLONES, alongside the name of the issuing nation, COSTA RICA. These elements combine to make the coin a captivating subject of study for those interested in the artistic and monetary history of the region.
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Specifications
| Grade | Average Circulated |
|---|---|
| Legal-tender face value | 10 Colones |
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 0.2251 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 17.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
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