Mexican Gold 50 Peso
OriginMexico
First Minted1921
MaterialGold
TypeCoin
About Mexican Gold 50 Peso
See Mexican 50 Peso entry. The Centenario was reintroduced as a restrike from 1943 to 1972 for bullion purposes. Contains 1.2057 ounces of pure gold. The design influenced the Libertad series. Popular in Mexico as a gift for quinceanera celebrations. The 1943 restrike is the most common date. The original 1921 issue is more valuable.
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