The silver coins are produced by Mexico Mint and come in a set of five coins. The sizes in this set are 1 oz, 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, 1/10 oz, and 1/20 oz, minted in pure silver (99.9%). The coins are also minted in Proof quality. The design of the coin takes you back to the history of Mexico.
The coin features the Angel of Independence, she is the symbol of the victory in Mexico's war of independence from Spain. The angel holds a laurel icon in her hand, symbolizing victory. Also, the Angel of Independence is a famous golden statue in the center of Mexico City.
The Angel of Independence is depicted on the obverse of the coin and two volcanoes can be seen in the background -- Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl. These volcanoes tell the story of the legend of two star-crossed lovers, princess Iztaccíhuatl and warrior Popocatépetl. They have been turned into volcanoes by the Aztec gods so they can finally be together.
The reverse side of the 1 troy ounce coin features a sculptural relief design of Mexico's national shield. The shield is surrounded by the text "Estados Unidos Mexicanos" which translates to "United Mexican States." The Mexican shield, or coat of arms, is a golden eagle perched on a prickly pear and devouring a rattlesnake. On the recently minted coins, the modern national shield is in the center surrounded by ten earlier versions from the nation's history.
The coins are packaged in a wooden box with the logo of the Bank of Mexico. The box is protected by a white cardboard sleeve. Lastly, this set includes a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.
The Angel of Independence is depicted on the obverse of the coin, and two volcanoes can be seen in the background -- Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl. These volcanoes tell the story of the legend of two star-crossed lovers, Princess Iztaccíhuatl and warrior Popocatépetl. They have been turned into volcanoes by the Aztec gods so they can finally be together.
The reverse of the 1 troy ounce coin features a sculptural relief design of the National Shield of Mexico. The shield is encircled with the text "Estados Unidos Mexicanos" which translates to "United Mexican States". The Mexican shield, or coat of arms, is a golden eagle that sits on a prickly pear and devours a rattlesnake. On more recently minted coins, the modern national shield is in the center, surrounded by ten earlier versions from the nation's history.
The coins are packed in a wooden box with the logo of the Bank of Mexico. The box is protected with a white cardboard sleeve. Finally, this set includes a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.