CVC & Collectables presents one of the most iconic gold coins of the 20th century—the 1931 Mexico Gold 50 Pesos, widely known as the Centenario. Struck in gold and certified by PCGS in Unciruclated Detail, this key-date low mintage example combines strong technical quality with outstanding historical and bullion appeal.
Coin Highlights:
- Issuer: United Mexican States
- Date: 1931
- Mint: Mexico City
- Denomination: 50 Pesos
- Composition: 90% Gold, 10% Copper (Actual Gold Weight: 1.2057 oz)
- Diameter: 37 mm
- Edge: Lettered – “INDEPENDENCIA Y LIBERTAD”
- Mintage: 137,000
- Grade: PCGS Uncirculated — Mint State details.
Obverse:
- Design: Features the majestic image of Winged Victory (El Ángel de la Independencia), holding a laurel wreath and broken chains, with the volcanoes Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl in the background. The date “1821” celebrates Mexico’s independence, while “1931” marks the coin’s year of issue.
- Inscription: 50 PESOS / 37.5 Gr. ORO PURO / 1821 – 1931
Reverse:
- Design: The national coat of arms of Mexico, depicting an eagle perched on a cactus while devouring a snake — a symbol of strength, resilience, and heritage.
- Inscription: ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS
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