Historical Background
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Revolutionary Coinage: During the Mexican Revolution, the state of Oaxaca declared itself independent in 1915, issuing its own coins to support regional authority
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Design & Legends:
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Obverse: Bust of Benito Juárez (often atop a constitutional sovereign bust), date “1915” beneath, surrounded by stars, inscribed ESTADO L. Y S. DE OAXACA
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Reverse: “MONEDA PROVISIONAL” above denomination over laurel/camp sprigs
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Context: One of the few well-made coins from the Mexican Revolution era—many contemporary issues were crudely struck; Oaxaca’s quality stands out .
Coin Specs
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Denomination: 2 Pesos (also exists 1 Peso & rare gold)
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Metal: Likely .902 silver alloy, some reports show trace gold (.010) .
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Weight: Approximately 13.4 g; diameter ~30–33 mm
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Variety: Known as the “Dos” bust (sixth bust) issue, also referred to as KM# 746/747
