© Numismatica Quetzalcoatl (Gabriel Herrera) (CC BY)
© Numismatica Quetzalcoatl (Gabriel Herrera) (CC BY)
5 Pesos Manati
2001 year| Silver (.999) | 31.1 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Mexico |
|---|---|
| Period | United Mexican States/Mexican Republic (1823-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2001 |
| Value | 5 Pesos 5 MXN = USD 0.26 |
| Currency | New Peso (1992-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#18785 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
A scene showing the image of a manatee, followed by the "$" sign and a continuation of the number "5" on a line spacing that starts from the vertical axis to the right, to its left the symbol of the Mint of Mexico and at the bottom the number "2001". In the quadrant upper left the inscription "MANATI". In the lower left quadrant the legend "ANIMALS IN DANGER OF EXTINCTION IN MEXICO. "In the upper right quadrant the scientific name of the species (Tríchechus manatus).
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MANATI
Mo
ANIMALES EN PELIGRO DE EXTINCION EN MEXICO
2001
Tríchechus manatus
2001
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Coins and Species is a collection of coins made of pure silver (law 0.999). This collection consists of 10 coins with motifs of animals in danger of extinction in Mexico and an album to collect them. It is a limited edition and part of the resources raised from its sale will be used for conservation programs for species and their habitats.The manatee is a large, fully aquatic mammal whose anatomy is fully adapted to life in water. Its body is long, robust and cylindrical. Its hind legs have become a large round, wide and flattened tail like a paddle. Instead of the front legs, it is provided with two long, rounded fins.
Interesting fact
The 5 Pesos (Manati) 2001 coin from Mexico is a unique piece that features a beautiful design of a manatee, a large aquatic mammal found in the country's rivers and coasts. The coin's design is surrounded by an ornate border, adding to its aesthetic appeal. Additionally, the coin is made of .999 silver, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and silver enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 Mo | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pesos (Manati) 2001 coin.
