Mexican 5 Pesos Bi-metallic Coin

Mexico (Banco de México) · 2017

A modern bi-metallic circulating coin featuring the Mexican coat of arms on one side and a large denomination with pre-Hispanic ring motifs on the other.

Country: Mexico (Banco de México)
Year: 2017
Denomination: 5 Pesos
Grade: About Uncirculated to Mint State (light handling marks)

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Overview

A modern bi-metallic circulating coin featuring the Mexican coat of arms on one side and a large denomination with pre-Hispanic ring motifs on the other.

Historical significance

Part of the modern Mexican peso series introduced after the 1993 currency reform (revaluing the peso 1,000 to 1), representing Mexico's stable contemporary currency and rich cultural heritage.

Obverse (front)

The Mexican national coat of arms (an eagle devouring a snake perched on a prickly pear cactus) surrounded by the legend 'ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS' (United Mexican States).

Reverse (back)

A large '$5' denomination at the center with the year 2017 and the Mexico City Mint mark 'Mo', surrounded by a stylized ring of the Aztec Sun Stone (Piedra del Sol).

Estimated value

$0.30 - $1.00 USD for circulated condition

What drives this coin's value

Condition, year of issue, and presence of rare mint errors.

Grade assessment

About Uncirculated to Mint State (light handling marks)

Mintage & rarity

High mintage, extremely common in circulation

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

As a low-denomination circulating coin, counterfeiting is rare. Check for correct bi-metallic separation, magnetic properties of the stainless steel ring, and crisp striking details.