© Heritage Auctions
© Heritage Auctions
1 Peso Pattern; Caballito; Raised Letter Edge; Silver
1909 year| Silver (.903) | 27.07 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Mexico |
|---|---|
| Period | United Mexican States/Mexican Republic (1823-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1909 |
| Value | 1 Peso (1 MXP) |
| Currency | Peso (1863-1992) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 27.07 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Thickness | 3.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#28864 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Liberty riding a horse. On her right hand an oak branch and on her left a flaming torch, with the sun raising on the horizon. The assayer's name near left rim, the word ESSAI near right rim, and date at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ESSAI
CH. PIllEt
•1909•
Translation:
Charles Pillet
Trial
1909
Engraver: Ch. Pillet
Edge
Smooth with raised lettering.
Lettering: *INDEPENDENCIA Y LIBERTAD*
Translation: Independence and Liberty
Comment
NOTE: Was always kept together with the , which indicates they where both made as a proposition set for the Mexican Mint and presented together.Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Peso coin from Mexico, minted in 1909, features a unique design element - a raised letter edge. This feature was added to the coin's design to prevent counterfeiting and to ensure the authenticity of the coin. The raised letters spell out the word "Mexico" in Spanish, and they are visible when the coin is held at an angle. This feature, combined with the coin's silver composition and intricate design, make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
