2 Pesos Provisional Government
1915 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | State of Oaxaca |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1915 |
| Value | 2 Pesos |
| Currency | Peso (1915-1916) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#63292 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Balance scale below liberty cap
Lettering:
MONEDA PROVSIONAL
DOS PESOS
Interesting fact
The 2 Pesos coin from the Provisional Government of 1915, minted in the State of Oaxaca and made of silver, features an image of a serpent on the reverse side. This serpent symbolizes the Aztec feathered serpent deity, Quetzalcoatl, who was revered for bringing knowledge and wisdom to the people. The inclusion of this symbol on the coin highlights the rich cultural heritage of Oaxaca and its connection to the region's pre-Columbian history.
