1 Peso (Emiliano Zapata) 1914-1915 front 1 Peso (Emiliano Zapata) 1914-1915 back
1 Peso (Emiliano Zapata) 1914-1915 photo
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1 Peso Emiliano Zapata

 
Electrum 12.93 g 30.5 mm
Description
Issuer
State of Guerrero
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1914-1915
Value
1 Peso
Currency
Peso (1914-1917)
Composition
Electrum
Weight
12.93 g
Diameter
30.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#63183
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Liberty cap and rays within sprigs

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REFORMA.LIBERTAD.JUSTICIA Y LEY""
1915
GRO.
ORO: 0,300

Interesting fact

The interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and social upheaval in Mexico, as the country was in the midst of the Mexican Revolution. The coin features Emiliano Zapata, a prominent leader of the revolution, on one side, and the Mexican coat of arms on the other. The use of electrum, a naturally occurring alloy of gold and silver, was a unique choice for a circulating coin and adds to its historical significance.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1915 GRO - - - - - -

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