This Mexico 1872 Un Peso collectible replica captures one of the most iconic silver coins of the Mexican Republic era. The obverse features the national coat of arms — a Mexican Eagle perched on a prickly pear cactus, devouring a serpent — encircled by the legend "REPUBLICA MEXICANA" and dated 1872. The reverse displays the allegorical reverse design: a Phrygian cap radiating sunbeams above the word "LIBERTAD" (Liberty), flanked by a crossed sword and torch, with a hanging balance scale inscribed "LEY" (Law) and the denomination "UN PESO" below, alongside the Mexico City mint mark "Mo M." and silver fineness "902.7".
The Un Peso was the principal silver coin of the Mexican Republic throughout the second half of the 19th century, struck at multiple mints across the country. The 1872 issue from the Mexico City Mint (Mo) represents the Republic at a period of consolidation following the fall of the Second Mexican Empire and the restoration of Benito Juárez's presidency. This piece is a Mexican Republic era historical collectible coin designed for display and collection.
About the Design
The Mexican Republic Eagle — an eagle perched on a cactus growing from a rock in a lake, holding a serpent in its beak — is one of the oldest and most enduring symbols in the Americas, rooted in the Aztec founding legend of Tenochtitlan. It has appeared on Mexican coinage since the earliest years of independence and remains the centrepiece of the national coat of arms to this day. On the 1872 Un Peso, the eagle is rendered in fine detail, surrounded by laurel and oak branches tied with a ribbon.
The reverse allegory is rich with Enlightenment symbolism. The Phrygian cap — a classical symbol of liberty adopted widely during the Age of Revolution — radiates light above the word "LIBERTAD", representing the ideals of the Mexican Republic. The balance scales inscribed "LEY" (Law) reference the rule of law and constitutional governance, while the crossed sword and torch symbolise defence and knowledge. Together they form a powerful statement of republican values that defined Mexico's national identity in the post-independence era.
The fineness marking "902.7" reflects the actual silver content of the original coin — 902.7 parts per thousand fine silver — a standard maintained across the Mexican Peso series of this period. The Mexico City Mint mark "Mo M." identifies both the mint and the assayer responsible for the issue, details that make this design a faithful and historically grounded tribute to 19th-century Mexican numismatics.
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Product Features
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Design: Obverse — Mexican Republic Eagle on cactus, "REPUBLICA MEXICANA", dated 1872; Reverse — Phrygian cap, balance scales, sword and torch, "UN PESO / LEY / Mo M. / 902.7"
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Inscription (Obverse): "REPUBLICA MEXICANA" — Mexican Republic; date 1872
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Inscription (Reverse): "LIBERTAD" — Liberty; "LEY" — Law; "UN PESO" — One Peso; "Mo M. 902.7" — Mexico City Mint, assayer M., silver fineness
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Material: Copper with silver plating, antique silver finish
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Diameter: 38mm
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Finish: Antique silver
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Packaging: Securely packaged for safe arrival
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Note: This is a commemorative collectible and not legal tender
Perfect For
- Collectors of 19th-century Latin American and Mexican Republic coinage
- History enthusiasts interested in the Mexican Republic and the Age of Reform
- Display collections themed around world silver coins and republic-era numismatics
- Admirers of Enlightenment allegory and heraldic coin design
- Gifting to history lovers, coin collectors, or those with Mexican heritage
Shipping
Free worldwide tracked shipping. Estimated delivery: 9–14 days. Each coin is securely packaged for safe arrival.
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This item is a commemorative collectible and is not legal tender, not issued by a government mint, and not an investment product. It is intended for hobby collecting and display purposes only.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is this an original 1872 Mexican Peso?
- No. This is a modern commemorative collectible replica inspired by the genuine 1872 Mexico Un Peso. It is not an original antique coin and has not been struck by the Mexican Mint.
- What is the coin made from?
- The coin is made from copper with silver plating and an antique silver finish, replicating the appearance of the original 19th-century silver peso.
- Is this coin legal tender?
- No. This is a decorative commemorative collectible with no monetary value. It cannot be used as currency.
- How is the coin packaged and shipped?
- Your coin will be securely packaged to protect it during transit and shipped with free worldwide tracked shipping. Estimated delivery is 9–14 days.
- What does "Mo M. 902.7" mean on the coin?
- "Mo" is the mint mark for the Mexico City Mint (Casa de Moneda de México), "M." identifies the assayer responsible for the issue, and "902.7" refers to the silver fineness of the original coin — 902.7 parts per thousand fine silver. These details are faithfully reproduced on this collectible replica.
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