*BLAZING BU* 1978 Mexico Cien Peso Jose Morelos Eagle & Snake 100 Peso Silver Coin
Are you looking for a stunning and rare silver coin to add to your collection? Do you want to own a piece of Mexican history and culture that celebrates one of its most revered heroes? If so, you will love this *BLAZING BU* 1978 Mexico Cien Peso Jose Morelos Eagle & Snake 100 Peso Silver Coin!
This coin is part of a series of silver coins issued by the Banco de Mexico from 1977 to 1979 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the death of Jose Maria Morelos, a priest and revolutionary leader who fought for Mexican independence from Spain in the early 19th century¹. He is considered one of the founding fathers of Mexico and a national hero.
The coin features the following design elements:
- **Obverse**: The Mexican coat of arms, depicting a golden eagle perched on a prickly pear cactus devouring a rattlesnake. This symbolizes the ancient legend of the founding of Tenochtitlan, the capital of the Aztec empire, which later became Mexico City. The legend says that the Aztec god Huitzilopochtli instructed his people to settle where they saw an eagle eating a snake on a cactus. The coat of arms is surrounded by the inscription "ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS" (United Mexican States).
- **Reverse**: A portrait of Jose Maria Morelos facing forward, wearing a sombrero and a scarf. He has a stern and determined expression, reflecting his courage and leadership. The portrait is based on a painting by Jose Maria Velasco, a famous Mexican landscape painter². The portrait is accompanied by the denomination "CIEN PESOS" (100 pesos) on the left, the date "1978" on the right, and the silver purity and weight "PLATA PURA LEY .720 27.78 G" (pure silver .720 fine 27.78 grams) below.
Both sides of the coin have a reeded edge and a coin alignment. The coin has a diameter of 39 mm, a thickness of 2.84 mm, and a weight of 27.78 grams. It is made of 72% silver and 28% copper, giving it a silver content of 0.643 troy ounces³.
Why You Should Buy This Coin
Here are some of the benefits and features of this coin that make it an excellent choice for collectors and investors:
- **It is blazing brilliant uncirculated**. This means that the coin has never been circulated and has no signs of wear or damage. It has a sharp strike and full mint luster, giving it a dazzling appearance.
- **It is rare and limited**. The mintage of this coin was low, especially for the brilliant uncirculated version. According to Numista, a website for coin collectors, only 9,879,000 coins were minted for the 1978 cien peso coin, and only a fraction of them remain as brilliant uncirculated examples. This means they are hard to find and highly sought after by collectors in this condition.
- **It is historical and cultural**. The coin celebrates the life and legacy of Jose Maria Morelos, one of Mexico's most important figures in its struggle for independence from Spain. Morelos was born in 1765 in Valladolid (now Morelia), Michoacan. He was ordained as a priest in 1795 and became involved in the independence movement in 1810, following the example of Miguel Hidalgo, another priest and revolutionary leader. Morelos organized and led several successful military campaigns against the Spanish forces in southern Mexico, earning him the nickname "The Servant of the Nation". He also convened the Congress of Chilpancingo in 1813, which declared Mexico's independence and drafted its first constitution. He was captured by the Spanish in 1815 and executed by firing squad in San Cristobal Ecatepec¹. He is regarded as one of Mexico's greatest heroes and his image appears on various banknotes, coins, stamps, monuments, and places.
How to Buy This Coin
If you are interested in buying this coin, here is how you can do it:
- The price is $30.97, including free shipping. This is a bargain price for this coin, considering its blazing BU condition, rarity, beauty, and silver content. The current spot price of silver is about $25 per ounce, which means that the coin has a bullion value of about $16.29 based on its silver weight. However, the coin has much more value than its metal content alone, as it is a collectible item in this condition with historical and cultural significance. You can compare this price with other similar coins on eBay and see for yourself how competitive it is.
Don't Wait, Buy This Coin Now
This coin is a rare and beautiful silver coin that celebrates one of Mexico's most revered heroes, Jose Maria Morelos. It is blazing brilliant uncirculated, meaning it has no signs of wear or damage and has a stunning luster and toning. It is also rare and limited, meaning there are only a few of them available in the market. It is also historical and cultural, meaning it represents a key moment in Mexico's history and identity.
Don't wait, buy this coin now and add it to your collection or silver portfolio. You will love owning this coin and displaying it proudly. It is a great investment and a great gift for yourself or someone else.
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