Costa Rica Banknotes Catalog
The history of banknotes in Costa Rica is a fascinating journey through the economic and cultural evolution of the country. From its first issues to today's modern banknotes, Costa Rican paper money has reflected the national identity and values of this Central American nation.
Current banknotes in circulation
Current Costa Rican banknotes are characterized by their colorful design and advanced security measures. The most recent series, introduced in 2009, includes denominations of 1000, 2000, 5000, 10000, 20000 and 50000 colones. These bills pay tribute to historical figures such as Braulio Carrillo, Clodomiro Picado and Emma Gamboa, as well as to the country's rich biodiversity, representing emblematic animals such as the sloth and the hummingbird.
Historic banknotes and milestones in Costa Rican notemaking
The first Costa Rican banknotes were issued in 1858 by the Costa Rican National Bank. An important milestone was the creation of the Central Bank of Costa Rica in 1950, which assumed sole responsibility for monetary issuance. In 1951, the colón was introduced as the official currency, replacing the peso. Over the years, banknotes have evolved in design and technology, including the introduction of polymeric banknotes in 2011 with the 1000 colón bill, marking a significant advance in the durability and security of Costa Rican paper money.
| Country | Costa Rica |
| Flag | |
| Coin | Colón (CRC) |
| 1€ | ₡557.85 |
| Continent | America Centro |
| Capital city | San José |
| ISO2 | CR |
| ISO3 | CRI |
| Catalogued banknotes | 199 |
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Valuable and popular banknotes
The most valuable Costa Rica banknotes sought after by collectors are the following:
