1965 Mexican One Peso Coin Collectible 10% Silver - Excellent Condition, See Photos minor visible wear ... Includes FREE SHIPPING. Note the U.S. valuable coin market on-average 7% return Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) projected collectible coin market to reach $160 Billion revenue by 2033.
The 1965 Mexican One Peso coin is a notable collectible for numismatists and silver investors alike, primarily due to its 10% silver content. This coin represents one of the last series of circulating silver pesos issued by the Mexican government before the transition to base metal coinage. Weighing 16 grams and with a diameter of 34.5 millimeters, the coin features a portrait of José María Morelos, a key figure in the Mexican War of Independence, on the reverse. The obverse is adorned with the Mexican coat of arms, depicting an eagle devouring a serpent. While its silver content gives it intrinsic value, its historical significance as the end of an era for Mexican silver currency enhances its appeal to collectors. The 1965 peso is a tangible piece of Mexico's rich numismatic history, marking a significant shift in the nation's currency composition.