CVC & Collectables presents this 1867-Mo Mexico Maximilian Peso NGC AU 58, minted at the Mexico City Mint (Mo), is a scarce and historically significant silver coin from the Second Mexican Empire, ruled by Emperor Maximilian I. Graded AU 58 by NGC, this piece retains sharp details, nearly full mint luster, and minimal wear, making it one of the finer known survivors from this short-lived imperial era.
Coin Highlights:
- Issuer: Second Mexican Empire (1864-1867)
- Date: 1867
- Mint: Mexico City (Mo mintmark)
- Denomination: 1 Peso
- Composition: Silver (.903 fine, approx. 0.786 oz actual silver weight)
- Weight: 27.07 g
- Diameter: 39 mm
- Edge: Reeded
- Grade: NGC AU 58 — Near mint condition with only slight high-point wear and strong luster.
Obverse:
- Design: A left-facing bust of Emperor Maximilian I, featuring his ornate beard and imperial attire.
- Inscription: MAXIMILIANO EMPERADOR
- Translation: “Maximilian Emperor.”
Reverse:
- Design: The Mexican coat of arms, featuring an imperial-style crowned eagle standing on a cactus, clutching a snake in its beak.
- Inscription: REPUBLICA MEXICANA (Mexican Republic) along with the denomination and mintmark.
Collectibility:
This 1867-Mo Mexico Maximilian Peso is a must-have for collectors. With its AU 58 grade, this coin represents one of the best-preserved examples of Maximilian’s coinage. The combination of historical importance, silver content, and collectible rarity makes it an exceptional addition to any serious numismatic collection. A stunning relic of Mexico’s imperial past, symbolizing a dramatic and turbulent chapter in the nation’s history! Find more alike here!
