2½ Pesos 1918-1948 (1918-1996) front 2½ Pesos 1918-1948 (1918-1996) back
2½ Pesos 1918-1948 (1918-1996) photo
© PCGS

2½ Pesos

 
Gold (.900) 2.0833 g 15.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Mexico
Period
United Mexican States/Mexican Republic (1823-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1918-1948 (1918-1996)
Value
2½ Pesos (2.5&nbspMXP)
Currency
Peso (1863-1992)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
2.0833 g
Diameter
15.5 mm
Thickness
0.86 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#18813
Rarity index
18%

Reverse

Bust of Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla facing left dividing the denomination and the date to the right

Script: Latin

Lettering: DOS Y MEDIO PESOS * 1945

Translation: Two and a half Pesos

Edge

Reeded with a unique pattern

Interesting fact

The 2½ Pesos coin from Mexico, made of Gold (.900) and weighing 2.0833 g, is interesting because it was used as a form of currency in Mexico for over 70 years, from 1918 to 1996. Despite being made of gold, it was still used for everyday transactions, highlighting the value and stability of the Mexican peso at the time. Additionally, the coin's design features the Mexican coat of arms, which includes an eagle devouring a snake, symbolizing Mexico's rich history and cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1918  1704000 - - - - - -
1919  984000 - - - - - -
1920  607000 - - - - - -
1944  20000 - - - - - -
1945  180000 - - - - - -
1946  163000 - - - - - -
1947  24000 - - - - - -
1948  63000 - - - - - -
1945 (1951-1972)  5025087 - - - - - -
1945 (1996)  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2½ Pesos 1918-1948 (1918-1996) coin.