1938 Mexico Silver 1 Peso — Morelos

$36.00 $50.00
1938 Mexico Silver 1 Peso — Morelos

1938 Mexico Silver 1 Peso — Morelos

$36.00 $50.00

1938 Mexico Silver 1 Peso — José María Morelos

Own a distinctive piece of Mexican numismatic history with this 1938 Mexico Silver 1 Peso, featuring the portrait of José María Morelos, one of the most important leaders of the Mexican War of Independence.

Issued during the presidency of Lázaro Cárdenas, this historic silver coin reflects an important period of political, economic, and social transformation in Mexico. The Morelos peso series remains popular among collectors of Mexican silver coinage and historic world coins.

The obverse features Mexico's national coat of arms, depicting an eagle perched upon a cactus while holding a serpent in its beak and talon. The inscription ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS surrounds the design, representing the United Mexican States.

The reverse displays a portrait of José María Morelos, a prominent military and political leader who played a central role in Mexico's struggle for independence from Spain. The denomination UN PESO and the date 1938 accompany the portrait.

Struck in 72% silver, the 1938 Mexican Peso combines precious-metal content with a design honoring one of the nation's most celebrated historical figures.

This coin offers an appealing addition to collections of Mexican currency, world silver coins, Latin American numismatics, and historic circulating coinage.

Product Details

  • Country: Mexico

  • Denomination: 1 Peso

  • Year: 1938

  • Mint: Mexico City Mint

  • Mint Mark: Mo

  • Series: José María Morelos Silver Peso

  • Composition: 72% Silver, 28% Copper

  • Weight: 16.67 grams

  • Diameter: Approximately 34 mm

  • Actual Silver Weight (ASW): Approximately 0.3858 Troy Ounces

  • Obverse: Mexican national coat of arms featuring an eagle, serpent, and cactus

  • Reverse: Portrait of José María Morelos with denomination and date

  • Edge: Reeded

  • Condition: See product photographs for the exact coin offered

  • Quantity: One individual coin

Please Note: This listing is for one specific 1938 Mexico Silver 1 Peso. The coin pictured is the exact coin you will receive.

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