20 Pesos Pattern; Pyramid; Copper
| Copper | 10 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | Mexico |
|---|---|
| Period | United Mexican States/Mexican Republic (1823-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 1972-1973 |
| Value | 20 Centavos (0.20 MXP) |
| Currency | Peso (1863-1992) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1973 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#424241 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Value at top with radiant Liberty cap in between. Mint mark under cap. In the center is the Pyramid of the Sun surrounded by volcanoes on either side. To the right is Popocatépetl (known as "the Smoking Mountain"), an active volcano, and to the left is Iztaccihuatl (known as "the White Woman), a dormant volcano. Teotihuacán (where the pyramid is located) written at pyramid's base. The denomination and date are at the bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2 LIBERTAD 0
Mo
TEOTIHUACÁN
CENTAVOS
1971
Edge
Plain
Comment
It would be one of the first proof coins made in Mexico, it is unknown why it was created
Interesting fact
The Pattern 20 Pesos coin from Mexico, made of Copper and weighing 10g, is a rare and unique coin. It was minted in 1972-1973 and features a pyramid design on one side and the Mexican coat of arms on the other. The coin was never circulated and was only produced in small quantities, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
