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1979 Estados Unidos Type 1 100 Pesos

The 1979 Estados Unidos Type 1 100 Pesos is a business-strike issue from Mexico. This is the final year of production for the Estados Unidos Type 1 100 Pesos series. composed of silver (.720) (copper .280) (27.78 g).

43 collectors own one

1979 Estados Unidos Type 1 100 Pesos

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The 1979 Estados Unidos Type 1 100 Pesos coin, made of silver (.720) (copper .280), and weighing 27.78 grams. With a diameter of 39 mm, and a thickness of 2.84 mm, and featuring a reeded edge.

The obverse is eagle on cactus eating snake, emblem of mexico, with legend above. It reads "ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS". The reverse is morelos facing forward with denomination at left, date at right, and silver purity and weight below. It reads "CIEN PESOS Mo 1977 PLATA PURA 20 Gr. LEY .720".

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Specifications

Type
Standard circulation coin
Composition
Silver (.720) (Copper .280)
Weight
27.78 g
Diameter
39 mm
Thickness
2.84 mm
Edge
Reeded
Currency
Peso (1823-1992)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 1979 Estados Unidos Type 1 100 Pesos made of?
The 1979 Estados Unidos Type 1 100 Pesos is made of silver (.720) (copper .280), weighs 27.78 grams, and measures 39 mm in diameter.
How many people collect the 1979 Estados Unidos Type 1 100 Pesos?
43 LuckyCoin collectors currently track the 1979 Estados Unidos Type 1 100 Pesos in their collection.