Mexico 1918 Gold 20 Pesos KM#478 Uncirculated
We Last Sold This Item For: | $1,950.00 |
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Last Sold On: | 31/7/2024 |
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United States 1922 Gold 20 Dollar Saint-Gaudens KM# 131 about Unc
Mexico 1918 Gold 20 Pesos KM#478 Uncirculated
Obverse: Mexican eagle facing left, perched on a cactus and devouring a snake, with the inscription "ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS" (United Mexican States) around the edge.
Reverse: Depicts the Aztec Sun Stone, also known as the "Calendar Stone," a large monolithic sculpture representing the Aztec cosmos and calendar. The denomination (20 PESOS) is inscribed below.
Mint: Mexico City Mint
Purity: 90.00% | Weight: 16.67g | Diameter: 27.50mm | AGW: 0.4823ozt
Mintage: 398,000
This sought-after Mexican gold coin features the iconic Aztec Sun Stone, a symbol of the country's rich cultural heritage.
Historical Context:
This 1918 Gold 20 Pesos coin was minted during a turbulent period in Mexican history, marked by the Mexican Revolution and the aftermath of World War I.
The coin's design reflects the nation's indigenous heritage and cultural identity, with the Aztec Sun Stone being a powerful symbol of its pre-Columbian past.
The 20 Pesos denomination was a significant gold coin at the time, used for both domestic and international transactions.
SKU: 20252
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