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1 Centavo
| Brass (85% Copper, 15% Zinc) | 1.5 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Mexico |
|---|---|
| Period | United Mexican States/Mexican Republic (1823-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1970-1973 |
| Value | 1 Centavo (0.01 MXP) |
| Currency | Peso (1863-1992) |
| Composition | Brass (85% Copper, 15% Zinc) |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Thickness | 1.48 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 15 November 1995 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#14458 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 22% |
Reverse
Stylized sprig of wheat with three ears, the center ear dividing the denomination with the date and mint mark below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1 C.
1973 Mo
Engraver: Lorenzo Rafael
Designer: Lorenzo Rafael
Edge
Plain
Comment
1972 over-date can be identified by a "shadow" above the 2. It is somewhat common.1973 dated coins are rarer because only about 15% of them were released for circulation as the denomination was near useless at the time.
Interesting fact
The 1 Centavo coin from Mexico, produced between 1970 and 1973, features an image of the national emblem of Mexico on its obverse side. The emblem depicts an eagle devouring a snake, which is a symbol of the country's rich history and cultural heritage. The coin's design was created by the Mexican artist and engraver, Gilberto Perez, and it has remained a popular collector's item among numismatists and coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 Mo | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1972 Mo | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1973 Mo | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Centavo 1970-1973 coin.
