1/2 Real Type VII Countermark

€78,671.00
IssuerCosta Rica
Year1849-1857
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1/2 Real
CurrencyReal (1841-1864)
CompositionSilver (.903)
Weight1.5 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Milled, Countermarked
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to24 October 1896
Reference(s) KM#69
Obverse descriptionType VI countermark: Lion inside circle with lettering around. In 5mm circle.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringHABILITADA POR EL GOBIERNO
(Translation: Enabled by the Government)
Reverse descriptionRemains from host coin
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse lettering
Edge
Mint
MintageND (1849-1857)  - 1842 MM -
Catalog ID3694884990
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