20 Pesos (Pattern; Jugador De Pelota, Large Mintmark) 1980 front 20 Pesos (Pattern; Jugador De Pelota, Large Mintmark) 1980 back
20 Pesos (Pattern; Jugador De Pelota, Large Mintmark) 1980 photo
© PCGS

20 Pesos Pattern; Jugador De Pelota, Large Mintmark

1980 year
Copper-nickel 15.1 g 32 mm
Description
Issuer
Mexico
Period
United Mexican States/Mexican Republic (1823-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1980
Value
20 Pesos (20&nbspMXP)
Currency
Peso (1863-1992)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
15.1 g
Diameter
32 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1980
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#359227
Rarity index
81%

Reverse

Jugador de pelota (a Maya ball player inside a circle). Denomination to the left, year and mintmark at the bottom.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CULTURA MAYA
$20
1980 Mo

Translation: Maya Culture.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Pattern 20 Pesos coin from Mexico, featuring the "Jugador De Pelota" design and a large mintmark, is a rare and unique coin. It was minted in 1980 and made of copper-nickel, weighing 15.1 grams. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was never officially released into circulation, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists. Its rarity and historical significance have driven up its value, making it a valuable addition to any coin collection.