Costa Rican Colón

CRC

Imali esemthethweni ye Costa Rica

₡ Uphawu

BCCR

Mayelana ne-Costa Rican Colón

The Colón was introduced in 1896, replacing the Costa Rican Peso at par. It was named after Christopher Columbus (Cristóbal Colón in Spanish).

The currency is named after Christopher Columbus, known as Cristóbal Colón in Spanish, who landed in Costa Rica in 1502.

Amaqiniso Athakazelisayo

Named for Columbus

The currency is named in honor of Christopher Columbus (Cristóbal Colón), who visited the country on his final voyage.

Colorful Wildlife on Notes

Costa Rican banknotes are famous for their vibrant and beautiful designs, showcasing the country's rich biodiversity, including sharks, monkeys, and hummingbirds.

Pura Vida Economy

The Colón's value is strongly linked to tourism and exports of high-tech goods like medical devices and agricultural products like coffee and bananas.

Umgqa Wesikhathi Somlando

1896

The Colón is introduced.

1950

The Central Bank of Costa Rica is established.

2010

A new series of banknotes is introduced, printed on polymer and cotton paper substrates.

Izinkomba

Amabhange

₡1000 Red

₡2000 Blue

₡5000 Yellow

₡10000 Green

₡20000 Orange

Izinhlamvu zemali

5 colones

10 colones

25 colones

50 colones

100 colones

500 colones

Izici Zokuvikeleka

Polymer substrate for lower denominations See-through window with a portrait Holographic elements Color-shifting ink Tactile features for the visually impaired