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1973 Estados Unidos Type 3 1 Cent

The 1973 Estados Unidos Type 3 1 Cent is a business-strike issue from Mexico. This is the final year of production for the Estados Unidos Type 3 1 Cent series. composed of brass (85% copper, 15% zinc) (1.5 g).

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1973 Estados Unidos Type 3 1 Cent

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The 1973 Estados Unidos Type 3 1 Cent coin, made of brass (85% copper, 15% zinc), and weighing 1.5 grams. With a diameter of 13 mm, and a thickness of 1.48 mm, and featuring a plain edge.

The obverse is national arms above a spray of oak and laurel, eagle facing left. It reads "ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS". The reverse is stylized sprig of wheat with three ears, the center ear dividing the denomination with the date and mint mark below. It reads "1 C. 1973 Mo".

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Specifications

Type
Standard circulation coin
Composition
Brass (85% Copper, 15% Zinc)
Weight
1.5 g
Diameter
13 mm
Thickness
1.48 mm
Edge
Plain
Currency
Peso (1823-1992)

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What is the 1973 Estados Unidos Type 3 1 Cent made of?
The 1973 Estados Unidos Type 3 1 Cent is made of brass (85% copper, 15% zinc), weighs 1.5 grams, and measures 13 mm in diameter.