Portrait of Mauro Fernández Acuña – an important Costa Rican educator and reformer.
Map of Costa Rica in purple near the upper right.
Modern security window in the polymer strip.
Signatures of the bank officials of the central bank.
Main color: Blue-green.
Reverse (Back)
Shows wildlife and nature from Costa Rica’s ecosystems.
Features a two-toed sloth and tropical rainforest imagery.
Represents the country’s biodiversity and environmental conservation.
Security Features
Transparent polymer window with embedded elements.
Microprinting and fine line patterns.
Color-shifting inks.
Raised printing for tactile recognition.
Serial numbers in red.
Size
Approximately 151 × 67 mm.
Interesting Facts
Part of Costa Rica’s modern polymer series introduced in the 2010s.
The designs highlight national culture, education, and biodiversity.
Polymer notes last longer than paper and are harder to counterfeit.
💰 Collector Note: A Very Fine (VF-20) graded example like the one in your holder typically has moderate circulation wear but still good detail, making it a solid collectible piece.