Lot 3816
Costa Rica. 20 Colones, 1899. Fr-19; KM-141. Head of Columbus right. Reverse: Arms. ANACS graded MS-61.
Costa Rica was visited by Columbus on his fourth voyage in 1502. The native Carib Indians greeted his arrival warmly. Little did they know that between smallpox and forced labor and conversion to Catholicism, 98 % of them would die. The Caribs had gold earrings and bracelets, which helped coin the phrase Costa Rica, or wealthy coast.
Estimated Value $500 - 600.
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| Realized $891 |
