Key Features of the 1/10 oz Gold Mexico Libertad Coin:
Weight: 1/10 troy ounce (3.11 grams) of pure gold.
Purity: 99.9% pure gold (24-karat).
Diameter: 16.5 mm in diameter.
Thickness: 1.32 mm thickness.
Design:
Obverse: The Mexican Coat of Arms features an eagle perched on a cactus, holding a serpent in its beak and claws. This powerful emblem commemorates the ancient Aztec legend about the founding of Mexico City.
Reverse: The Winged Victory (Victoria Alada), a representation of freedom and independence, is depicted against a backdrop of the Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl volcanoes. These symbols reflect Mexico's revolutionary spirit and national pride.
Mintmark: The Mo mintmark indicates the coin was minted by the Mexican Mint.
Legal Tender: While the coin is legal tender in Mexico, its face value (usually symbolic) is far less than its gold content value.