2 Centavos (Emiliano Zapata) 1915 front 2 Centavos (Emiliano Zapata) 1915 back
2 Centavos (Emiliano Zapata) 1915 photo
© A. H. Baldwin & Sons Ltd

2 Centavos Emiliano Zapata

1915 year
Copper - 23 mm
Description
Issuer
State of Morelos
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1915
Value
2 Centavos (0.02)
Currency
Peso (1915-1916)
Composition
Copper
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#63234
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Value within wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1915
2C

Interesting fact

The 2 Centavos coin featuring Emiliano Zapata, issued in 1915 from the State of Morelos, is made of copper. Interestingly, this coin 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's design, which features Zapata, a prominent revolutionary leader, reflects the political climate of the time and serves as a reminder of the significant historical events that took place during this period.