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5 Pesos Observatorio
2012 year| Silver (.999) | 31.109 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Mexico |
|---|---|
| Period | United Mexican States/Mexican Republic (1823-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2012 |
| Value | 5 Pesos 5 MXN = USD 0.26 |
| Currency | New Peso (1992-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.109 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#54460 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Chichén Itzá star observatory, with legend at top and bottom, value, mint mark and the astronomical date "070707"
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CHICHÉN ITZÁ
$5 M 070707
OBSERVATORIO
Translation:
Chichen Itza
5 Pesos Mexico City
07th-July-2007
Observatory
Edge
Milled
Comment
070707 - July-7th-2007 is the date when Chichen Itza was named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.Interesting fact
The 5 Pesos (Observatorio) 2012 coin from Mexico is unique in that it features a stunning image of the Observatory of Tonantzintla, a pre-Hispanic archaeological site located in the state of Puebla, Mexico. The coin's design showcases the observatory's ancient architecture and highlights its historical significance as a site for astronomical observations. This coin is a great example of how numismatics can serve as a window into a country's history and cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 M | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pesos (Observatorio) 2012 coin.
