Mexico 10 Pesos (Piedra del Sol)
Country of Origin: Mexico
Year of Issue: 2004
Denomination: 10 Pesos
Composition: Bimetallic: Aluminum-Bronze outer ring, Stainless Steel center
Brief Description
A circular bimetallic coin featuring Mexico's national coat of arms and the Aztec Sun Stone.
Historical Significance
This coin design was introduced in 1997 as part of Mexico's modern currency system. It celebrates Mexico's pre-Hispanic heritage through the depiction of Tonatiuh (the Sun God) from the Aztec Sun Stone (Calendar Stone).
Estimated Value
$0.60 - $2.00 in average circulated condition; $3.00 - $5.00 in Mint State.
Care Instructions
Handle by the edges; avoid cleaning or polishing which can damage the surface luster. Store in a cool, dry place in a PVC-free holder.
Mint Mark
M° (Casa de Moneda de México, Mexico City)
Mintage & Rarity
Common. There were approximately 120,498,000 minted in 2004.
Weight & Diameter
10.329g, 28mm
Edge
Reeded
Apparent Grade
Fine to Very Fine. There is visible wear on the high points of the Sun God's face and the eagle's feathers, and some surface staining/tarnish on the bronze ring.
Obverse (Front)
The National Emblem of Mexico: An eagle perched on a cactus devouring a snake. Legend: "ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS" with an oak and laurel wreath below.
Reverse (Back)
The center features Tonatiuh, the face of the Sun God from the Aztec Sun Stone. The outer ring features the denomination "$10", the year "2004", the mint mark "M°", and the text "DIEZ PESOS".
What Drives This Coin's Value
Condition and eye appeal. High-grade uncirculated examples are sought by collectors, but circulated versions trade near face value.
Similar Coins
10 Nuevos Pesos (1992-1995) which feature a silver center and carry higher melt value.
Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags
Check for clear, crisp details in the Aztec calendar and crisp lettering. Modern bimetallic coins are rarely faked in this denomination unless for circulation fraud, in which case weight and magnetic properties usually differ.
Notable Varieties & Errors
No major varieties are widely recognized for the 2004 issue; however, collectors look for off-center strikes or planchet errors common in high-volume bimetallic production. There is a rare 2007 'inverted' edge lettering variety but it does not apply to 2004 coins with reeded edges if applicable to the series year specifications elsewhere (though standard 10 pesos are usually reeded).
Created At: 2026-05-31T02:05:08.651025