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1981 Estados Unidos Type 5 5 Pesos

The 1981 Estados Unidos Type 5 5 Pesos is a business-strike issue from Mexico. composed of copper-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel) (10.25 g).

53 collectors own one

1981 Estados Unidos Type 5 5 Pesos

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The 1981 Estados Unidos Type 5 5 Pesos coin, made of copper-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel), and weighing 10.25 grams. With a diameter of 27.24 mm, and a thickness of 2.21 mm, and featuring a plain with inscription edge.

The obverse is the national arms of mexico with an eagle facing left. It reads "ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS". The reverse is aztec sculpture of feathered serpent god quetzalcoatl to lower right of value and peso sign, date below. It reads "Mo 5 $ QUETZALCOATL 1983".

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Specifications

Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
10.25 g
Diameter
27.24 mm
Thickness
2.21 mm
Edge
Plain with inscription
Currency
Peso (1823-1992)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 1981 Estados Unidos Type 5 5 Pesos made of?
The 1981 Estados Unidos Type 5 5 Pesos is made of copper-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel), weighs 10.25 grams, and measures 27.24 mm in diameter.
How many people collect the 1981 Estados Unidos Type 5 5 Pesos?
53 LuckyCoin collectors currently track the 1981 Estados Unidos Type 5 5 Pesos in their collection.