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M921 Mexico 2 (Dos) Peso

1921 represented a milestone for Mexico -- 100 years of freedom from the rule of Spain.  In previous years, the 2 (Dos) peso coin was very small and struck in gold.  To commemorate this event, a much larger silver coin was struck.  On the obverse is an eagle perched on a cactus, with a snake in it's mouth, the symbol of Mexico.  Under the eagle is the dates 1821 and 1921 in roman numerals separated by the aztec symbol "Nahui-Ollin" that means the number four movement.  The large M by the eagle's head is the mintmark for the Mexico City Mint, the oldest mint in the Western Hemisphere.  On the reverse of the coin is the figure of the winged angel of Victory, holding an olive branch (symbolizing peace) and a broken chain (symbolizing an end to bondage).  Behind Victory can be seen the sacred mountains, Ixtaccihuati and Popocatepetl.  According to legend, Ixtaccahuati, a prince, and Popocatepetl, a princess from another village, fell in love, eloped, and were exiled.  They are said to be eternally asleep in these 2 mountains which loom over Mexico City. 
Designed by Jorge Enciso and engraved by Emilio del Moral, this coin was struck only in 1921.  Although three million coins were authorized, less than 1.3 million were actually made. The coin below is in AU (almost uncirculated) condition. 
Prices range from $40 in VF (very fine) to $350 in UNC (uncirculated). 
26.6667 g. .900 silver,  .7717 oz. ASW. 
Article compiled with the help of the Coins@uni.edu group.

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