Los Presentes es un conjunto escultórico en bronce del artista costarricense Fernando Calvo, ubicado en la plazoleta exterior del Banco Central de Costa Rica desde 1989. La obra está compuesta por nueve figuras humanas de tamaño natural que representan a los habitantes tradicionales del Valle Central y al campesinado costarricense.

Circulating coins

500 colon coin

The coins commemorate profoundly relevant historical milestones in Costa Rica, which implied key turning points in the political path of the country.

Common reverse

Explore the 500 colon coin, common reverse version. Learn about its history, characteristics, and technical specifications.

Abolition of the Army

Explore the 500 colon coin commemorating the Abolition of the Army. Learn about its history, characteristics, and technical specifications.

200 Years of Independence

Explore the 500 colon coin commemorating the 200th Anniversary of Independence. Learn about its history, characteristics, and technical specifications.

200th Anniversary of the Annexation of the Partido de Nicoya

500 colon coin, 200th Anniversary of the Annexation of the Partido de Nicoya to Costa Rica. Explore its history, characteristics, and technical specifications.

500 colon coin reverse founding of the republic collection

175th Anniversary of the Founding of the Republic of Costa Rica

500 colon coin, 175th Anniversary of the Foundation of the Republic of Costa Rica. Explore its history, characteristics, and technical specifications.

Characteristics:

Number of designs: 5

Minting year: 2023

Total number of pieces: 75.000.000

Composition:

Ring: Copper, zinc, and nickel
Core: Copper and nickel

Finish: Bimetallic

Weight: 10.5 grams

Diameter: 28 millimeters

Edge: 5 continuous reeded sections

Circulating coins

500 colon coin

Characteristics:

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