Mexican Gold Peso - 5 Peso

Gold Mexico 5 Peso

Coined during the 1905 monetary reform, the "Hidalgos" constitute the first Republican coinage. The 5 Pesos contains 0.1205 troy oz .9 fine gold. The obverse proudly bears the reproduction of a national hero: Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla. His impassioned speech on September 16th, 1810, calling for revolution against the Spanish resulted in becoming known as the father of Mexican Independence. The reverse features the Mexican coat of arms and the typical eagle of that period.

Highlights

• This item will be pulled from random dates.
• Contains 0.1205 troy oz .9 fine gold.
• Face value 5 Pesos.
• Obverse: Displays the bust of Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla and the inscription: "CINCO PESOS." The mint mark and random date are found to the right of the effigy.
• Reverse: Features the Mexican coat of arms and the typical eagle of that period. Inscribed is the phrase, "ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS."