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1973 Estados Unidos Type 5 20 Cents

The 1973 Estados Unidos Type 5 20 Cents is a business-strike issue from Mexico. composed of brass (95% copper, 5% zinc) (10 g).

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1973 Estados Unidos Type 5 20 Cents

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The 1973 Estados Unidos Type 5 20 Cents coin, made of brass (95% copper, 5% zinc), and weighing 10 grams. With a diameter of 28.5 mm, and a thickness of 2.18 mm, and featuring a plain edge.

The obverse is revised coat of arms; made entirely of outlines, larger wreath and finer lettering. It reads "ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS". The reverse is value at top with radiant liberty cap in between. mint mark under cap. in the center is the pyramid of the sun surrounded by volcanoes on either side. to the right is popocatépetl (known as "the smoking mountain"), an active volcano, and to the left is iztaccihuatl (known as "the white woman), a dormant volcano. teotihuacán (where the pyramid is located) written at pyramid's base. the value and date are at the bottom. It reads "2 LIBERTAD 0 Mo TEOTIHUACÁN CENTAVOS 1971".

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Specifications

Type
Standard circulation coin
Composition
Brass (95% Copper, 5% Zinc)
Weight
10 g
Diameter
28.5 mm
Thickness
2.18 mm
Edge
Plain
Currency
Peso (1823-1992)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 1973 Estados Unidos Type 5 20 Cents made of?
The 1973 Estados Unidos Type 5 20 Cents is made of brass (95% copper, 5% zinc), weighs 10 grams, and measures 28.5 mm in diameter.
How many people collect the 1973 Estados Unidos Type 5 20 Cents?
27 LuckyCoin collectors currently track the 1973 Estados Unidos Type 5 20 Cents in their collection.