2.5 Mexican Peso Hidalgo Gold Coin | 1918-1948
Casa de Moneda de Mexico
The Casa de Moneda de México is Mexico’s official mint and was founded in 1535. It is the oldest mint in the Americas, originally established by order of the Spanish Crown.
Today, it is responsible for producing Mexico’s circulation and commemorative coins, including the internationally recognized “Libertad” bullion coins in gold and silver. Casa de Moneda operates under the direction of the Banco de México and adheres to strict quality and security standards.
In addition to coins, it also produces medals, awards, and collectibles, and offers products through its own stores and online shop for collectors.
The 2.5 Mexican Peso gold coin was minted from 1918 to 1948. The coin was also re-struck from 1951-1972. These coins will have an issue date of 1945. The historic 2.5 peso gold coin has a fineness of .900 gold and a weight of .0603 ounces.
Product Specifications (2.5 Pesos)
Weight: 0.0603 ounces
Diameter: 15.5 mm
Thickness: .86 mm
Purity: 900/1000
Nominal Value: 2.5 pesos
Mintage Years: 1918-1948
Design
The motif depicts the portrait of Don Miguel Hidalgo, who was the pastor that led Mexico’s independence movement. The reverse side shows an eagle perched on a cactus with a snake in its mouth.
Product Details
Manufacturer: Casa de Moneda de Mexico
Country of origin: Mexico
Name: 2.5 Peso Gold Coin
Weight: 0.0603 ounces
Purity: 900/100
Alloy: Gold/Copper
Scratch resistance: Good
| Metal | Gold |
| Form | Gold Coin |
| Country of Origin | Mexico |
| Manufacturer | Casa de Moneda de Mexico |
| Series | Mexican Pesos |
| Purity | 900/1000 |
| Fineweight | 1.875 gram |
| Gross Weight | 2.083 gram |
| Year of issue | Random |
| Grade | Brilliant |
| Condition | Circulated |
| Face value | 2.5 Pesos |
| Thickness | 1.02 mm |
| Diameter | 15.50 mm |
| Packaging | Single in Pouch |