🇲🇽 MEXICO — Imperio Mexicano (Second Mexican Empire, under Emperor Maximilian I)
Year: 1865
Metal: Gold (usually .875 or .900 fine)
Weight: ~0.44 grams
Denomination: Typically ½ Escudo (though some tokens or commemoratives also exist)
Ruler: Emperor Maximilian I (reigned 1864–1867)
Mint: Mexico City Mint (Mo mintmark)
🪙 Description
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Obverse: Bust of Emperor Maximilian I facing right, legend around (e.g., MAXIMILIANO EMPERADOR).
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Reverse: Imperial eagle with crown, denomination and date below, surrounded by IMPERIO MEXICANO.
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Edge: Usually reeded.
💰 Value / Market Info (as of 2025)
The value depends on condition (grade), rarity of the variety, and collector demand:
| Condition | Approx. Market Value (USD) |
|---|---|
| Fine (F) | $120 – $180 |
| Very Fine (VF) | $180 – $250 |
