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1978 MEXICO CIEN PESOS SILVER COIN LEY .720
1978 Mexico Cien Pesos Morelos Silver Coin Ley .720
This 1978 Mexico Cien Pesos silver coin features the portrait of Jose Maria Morelos, a key figure in the Mexican War of Independence. Struck by the Casa de Moneda de Mexico, the coin prominently displays the Mo mint mark and is clearly inscribed with Plata Pura 20 Gr Ley .720, confirming its silver content. The reverse showcases the national coat of arms of Mexico with an eagle perched on a cactus devouring a snake. This large-format uncirculated coinage is a popular choice for collectors of Mexican numismatics due to its historical imagery and guaranteed silver purity.
1978 Mexico Cien Pesos Silver Coin Morelos Ley .720
Condition: The coin displays a circulated appearance with visible surface abrasions, bag marks, and light scratches across both the obverse and reverse fields. There is evidence of minor toning and dark spotting, particularly on the portrait of Jose Maria Morelos and within the legends. The edge shows standard wear for a business strike, and the overall luster is subdued. The mint mark is the "M" for the Mexico City Mint. The metal content is silver with a fineness of .720, as indicated by the "LEY .720" inscription. Historically, this coin was part of a series minted between 1977 and 1979 featuring the hero of the Mexican War of Independence. This is a standard business strike type. Professional grading is not indicated.
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