1 Peso (Pattern; SUD; Stainless Steel) 1986 front 1 Peso (Pattern; SUD; Stainless Steel) 1986 back
1 Peso (Pattern; SUD; Stainless Steel) 1986 photo
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1 Peso Pattern; SUD; Stainless Steel

1986 year
Stainless steel 1.44 g 10 mm
Description
Issuer
Mexico
Period
United Mexican States/Mexican Republic (1823-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1986
Value
1 Peso (1&nbspMXP)
Currency
Peso (1863-1992)
Composition
Stainless steel
Weight
1.44 g
Diameter
10 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#28869
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

On left a SUD emblem which was used in which is considered Mexico's first coin as it was used by the forces seeking independence from Spain.
On right in descending order; Mint mark, date and face value.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
Mo
1986
SUD
$1

Translation:
South
1986
Mexico City Mint
1 Peso

Edge

Plain

Comment

Similar but not an exact copy of KM#Pn233 as they were trial strikes of different models.

Interesting fact

The Pattern 1 Peso coin from Mexico is a rare and unique coin that was minted in 1986 as a pattern coin, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a sample or prototype. It is made of stainless steel and weighs 1.44 grams, which is lighter than most coins of its size. The coin features the national emblem of Mexico on one side and the denomination on the other. Due to its rarity and unique design, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch a high price at auction.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1986 Mo 33 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Peso (Pattern; SUD; Stainless Steel) 1986 coin.