40 Centavos (Toluca - Countermarked) ND front 40 Centavos (Toluca - Countermarked) ND back
40 Centavos (Toluca - Countermarked) ND photo
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40 Centavos (Toluca - Countermarked) ND

 
Copper 5.86 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Municipality of Toluca (State of Mexico)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Value
40 Centavos (0.40)
Currency
Peso (1915-1916)
Composition
Copper
Weight
5.86 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Countermarked
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#63231
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Numeral 40 within C and inner circle within wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering: 40C

Comment

Countermark on 2 Centavos, Mexico KM#419.

Interesting fact

The countermark on this coin is a letter "T" surrounded by a circle, which stands for "Toluca." This countermark was applied by the municipality of Toluca to coins that were minted in Mexico City but were intended for use in the State of Mexico. This practice of countermarking coins was common in Mexico during the 19th and early 20th centuries, and it helped to identify the origin and authenticity of the coins. I hope you find this information helpful and interesting!