200 Years of Independence:
Circulating reverse
Collector reverse
The bicentennial of Costa Rica’s independence, celebrated on September 15, 2021, commemorated 200 years of sovereign nationhood since the signing of the Act of Independence in 1821. This historic date marks the consolidation of a democratic, peaceful, and army-free nation, with a strong focus on sustainability, education, and multicultural identity.
Pillars of the Commemoration: The celebration rested on four pillars: Historical, Peaceful/Supportive, Decarbonized, and Capable Costa Rica.
Symbols: The independence torch represents freedom and hope throughout an annual journey that symbolizes the unity of the Central American peoples.
Characteristics:
- Minting year: 2020
- Commemoration year: 1821-2021
- Quantity: 6 millions of units
- Coin materials:
- Core: Copper and nickel
- Ring: Copper, zinc, and nickel
- Finish:
- Silver-coloured core
- Golden-coloured ring
- Weight (grams): 10,5
- Diameter (millimetres): 28