10 colones 1967

Common. The 1967 10 Colones (Pick P-229) was a standard circulation issue of the Banco Central de Costa Rica with no indicators of restricted print runs, short-lived production, or subsequent recall. Costa Rican colones from this era remain readily available in numismatic markets, particularly in lower to mid-range grades. While UNC examples command premiums over circulated specimens, this denomination and issue year are not scarce.

This 1967 issue represents the Banco Central de Costa Rica's commitment to celebrating national identity through currency design during a period of economic development in the country. The reverse's prominent depiction of the traditional Costa Rican ox cart (carreta) reflects the nation's agricultural roots and cultural pride, while the formal portrait on the obverse underscores the institution's authority and stability. The specific issue date of October 9, 1967 (noted as 9 de octubre de 1967) aligns with the Central Bank's modernization efforts in currency production during the 1960s.

The obverse features a centrally positioned portrait of an unidentified gentleman (likely a historical Costa Rican political or financial figure) rendered in three-quarter profile facing right, sporting a distinctive mustache and formal business attire including suit jacket and necktie. The portrait is housed within an ornate oval cartouche bordered by elaborate engraved scrollwork and flourishes. The denomination appears as Roman numeral X in decorative frames in all four corners and as 'DIEZ COLONES' text at the bottom center. The background and margins feature fine geometric patterns and scrollwork in a cream/beige color palette with blue and red accent printing. The reverse showcases a detailed engraved scene of the traditional Costa Rican carreta (wooden ox cart), a symbol of national heritage and agricultural tradition, pulled by a yoked pair of oxen with two human figures—one guiding and one managing the cart—set against a pastoral landscape with vegetation and trees. Roman numeral X denominal markings appear in ornate frames in all four corners. The note credits Thomas De La Rue & Company, Limited as the engraver/printer, a renowned British security printer known for high-quality banknote production.

FRONT SIDE: 'Banco Central de Costa Rica' (Central Bank of Costa Rica) | 'SAN JOSÉ' (San José - capital city) | 'COSTA RICA' | '9 de octubre de 1967' (October 9, 1967 - issue date) | 'DIEZ COLONES' (Ten Colones - denomination) | 'B 3610356' and '3610356 B' (serial number) | 'Acuerdo de la Junta Directiva Nº 4' (Board of Directors Agreement No. 4) | 'EL PRESIDENTE DE LA JUNTA DIRECTIVA' (President of the Board of Directors) | 'EL GERENTE DEL BANCO' (Bank Manager) | 'SERIE' (Series). BACK SIDE: 'Banco Central de Costa Rica' (Central Bank of Costa Rica) | 'DIEZ COLONES' (Ten Colones) | 'CARRETA COSTARRICENSE' (Costa Rican Cart/Ox Cart) | 'THOMAS DE LA RUE & COMPANY, LIMITED' (printer attribution).

Intaglio engraving (recess printing) on banknote paper, as evidenced by the fine line work, intricate detail rendering, parallel line shading, and dimensional quality visible throughout both sides of the note. The complex geometric borders, delicate scrollwork, and finely detailed landscape scene on the reverse are characteristic of classical banknote intaglio engraving. The note was produced by Thomas De La Rue & Company, Limited, a leading international security printer specializing in high-quality engraved currency and security documents.

Serial number observed: B 3610356 (with reversed repetition as 3610356 B per standard Central Bank practice). The note is dated 9 de octubre de 1967 with authorization by 'Acuerdo de la Junta Directiva Nº 4' (Board of Directors Agreement No. 4). No significant varieties have been documented for this Pick number; signature varieties and serial number prefixes exist but are not distinctively rare. The standard 'B' prefix used on this example is common for the series.