25 Centavos (Pattern; Copper-nickel) 1970 front 25 Centavos (Pattern; Copper-nickel) 1970 back
25 Centavos (Pattern; Copper-nickel) 1970 photo
© PCGS

25 Centavos Pattern; Copper-nickel

1970 year
Copper-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel) 5.25 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Mexico
Period
United Mexican States/Mexican Republic (1823-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1970
Value
25 Centavos (0.25&nbspMXP)
Currency
Peso (1863-1992)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel)
Weight
5.25 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#352679
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Francisco Madero bust 1/4 right. With value in lettering and date around. Mint mark at right.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VEINTICINCO CENTAVOS 1970
Mo

Translation: Twentyfive Centavos

Edge

Reeded.

Comment

These coins, along with their sister 10 cents from the same year, would not be approved because they were not seen as necessary at that time.

Interesting fact

The Pattern 25 Centavos coin from Mexico, made of Copper-nickel in 1970, has an interesting fact. Despite being a pattern coin, which means it was not meant for circulation and was only produced in small quantities for collectors, it features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins. On the obverse side, the coin features the national emblem of Mexico, while the reverse side showcases the denomination and the year of issue. What makes this coin stand out is that it was produced with a unique combination of metals, with 75% copper and 25% nickel, giving it a distinctive color and weight of 5.25 grams. This makes it a valuable addition to any coin collection, especially for those interested in unique and rare coins.