Description
Costa Rica 20 Colones, 1900 — the scarce date of a three-year gold type (1897–1900). Struck in .900 fine gold (21 karat), 15.56 g / about 0.4502 troy oz fine gold. Catalogue KM#141.
Quality and grading
This piece is raw and dealer-authenticated. It is not an NGC or PCGS slab, and it is not a modern MS-70 or PF-70 bullion issue. These coins circulated. Typical market examples sit in XF–AU; true mint-state pieces are uncommon. We do not assign a Sheldon number unless the coin is already certified.
Key specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Country / denomination | Costa Rica, 20 Colones |
| Year | 1900 (scarce date of the type) |
| Catalogue | KM#141 / Fr-19 |
| Metal / purity | Gold, .900 (21 karat) |
| Weight | 15.56 g |
| Fine gold | 0.4502 troy oz |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Mintage | 5,000 |
| Mint | Philadelphia (United States Mint, for Costa Rica) |
| Design | Arms of Costa Rica / bust of Columbus |
| Condition | Raw, dealer-authenticated (typical XF–AU for type) |
| Certification | Not slabbed (no NGC / PCGS grade) |
| SKU | G1276 |
Why the 1900 date matters
Only 5,000 were struck in 1900, versus 20,000 (1897) and 25,000 (1899). Premium over melt reflects the gold content and that scarcity — not a modern proof finish.
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What you receive
- One genuine 1900 Costa Rica 20 Colones gold coin, as photographed
- Dealer authentication — not a third-party slab unless stated
- Insured, tracked shipping
Questions buyers ask
What grade is this 20 Colones 1900?
Raw, dealer-authenticated. Typical XF–AU for the type. Not an MS-70 slab. Ask chat for rim and bagmark photos of this piece.
How much gold does it contain?
.900 fine, 15.56 g total, about 0.4502 troy oz of fine gold (KM#141).
Why is 1900 the date collectors look for?
Lowest mintage of the three-year type: 5,000 coins.
How do I buy with confidence?
Buy now for insured checkout, pay on the checkout page, or message Alex / hello@legacybullionmarket.com first.
Patricia N. –
My verified order for 20 Colones Costa Rica 1900 was handled with complete professionalism. Repeat buyer — consistent quality, fair premium over spot, and reliable insured delivery every time.