© PCGS
© PCGS
1 Peso Pattern; Modern Eagle; Brass
1979 year| Brass | 6.5 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Mexico |
|---|---|
| Period | United Mexican States/Mexican Republic (1823-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1979 |
| Value | 1 Peso (1 MXP) |
| Currency | Peso (1863-1992) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#335307 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mesoamerican eagle warrior bust facing left, with value at left and date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
$1
1979
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Peso coin was designed by Mexican artist and engraver, Gilberto Perez, and it features a modernized version of the national emblem of Mexico, the eagle devouring a snake. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the country's independence and sovereignty.
