Product Details
Weight: The coin contains 0.643 troy ounces (20 grams) of silver
Metal: The coin is made of .720 fine silver, which means it is 72% pure silver and 28% copper.
Fineness: The coin has a silver fineness of 72%, which is slightly lower than the typical 90% silver content found in many US silver coins.
Face Value: The face value of the coin is 100 pesos, which was the Mexican currency at the time of issue. However, the silver content of the coin makes it worth significantly more than its face value.
Mint: The coins were minted at the Mexican Mint, also known as Casa de Moneda de México.
Year of Issue: The Silver Coin Mexican Cien Pesos was first issued in 1977 and has been minted periodically since then, with different years of issue.
Description: The Silver Coin Mexican Cien Pesos features a portrait of Miguel Hidalgo, a leader of the Mexican War of Independence, on the obverse (front) of the coin. The reverse (back) of the coin features the Mexican coat of arms, an eagle with a snake in its beak standing on a cactus, surrounded by the words “ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS.” The coin has a diameter of 40mm and a thickness of 3.5mm.
Investment: The Silver Coin Mexican Cien Pesos is a popular choice for investors looking to add larger silver bullion coins to their portfolio. It is recognized worldwide and is a great way to diversify one’s investment portfolio. The coin’s size and higher silver content make it a more valuable option than smaller Mexican silver coins, such as the 25 and 50 centavos. Additionally, the coin’s historical and cultural significance to Mexico adds to its appeal. Overall, the Silver Coin Mexican Cien Pesos is a solid investment choice for those interested in silver bullion.