COSTA RICA. 1/2 Escudo, ND (1857). San Jose Mint. PCGS AU-55.
Fr-5A; KM-80. Type VII bifacial countermark: Lion advancing left, with legend around. Applied to an 1846-CR JB Costa Rica (Central American Republic) 1/2 Escudo (KM-13.1). Sharply struck and still rather lustrous, this example offers a charming and elegant appearance.
Estimate: $500 - $750