10 Pesos ($10 MXN)

Mexico 10 Pesos (Moneda de diez pesos)

Mexico - Banco de México · 1997-present (Modern Series)

A bimetallic Mexican coin featuring a golden-colored outer ring and a silver-colored center disk depicting a portion of the Aztec Sun Stone.

Country: Mexico - Banco de México
Year: 1997-present (Modern Series)
Denomination: 10 Pesos ($10 MXN)
Metal: Bimetallic: Aluminum-bronze outer ring, Stainless steel center plug

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Overview

A bimetallic Mexican coin featuring a golden-colored outer ring and a silver-colored center disk depicting a portion of the Aztec Sun Stone.

Historical significance

Introduced as part of the new currency system following the revaluation of the peso in 1993. This design replaced the silver-centered 'Nuevos Pesos' variety to reduce production costs while maintaining the iconic Aztec cultural imagery.

Obverse (front)

Features the National Coat of Arms of Mexico: an eagle perched on a cactus devouring a snake, surrounded by the legend 'ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS' (not shown in this image, but standard for the reverse of what is pictured).

Reverse (back)

Shown: The center depicts the face of Tonatiuh (the Sun God) from the Aztec Sun Stone (Piedra del Sol). The outer ring features the denomination '$10' at the bottom and 'DIEZ PESOS' at the top, along with the mint mark.

Estimated value

$0.50 USD in circulated condition (approximate face value); $2-$5 USD for uncirculated specimens.

What drives this coin's value

Most specimens are worth face value. Value increases for 'Error' coins such as off-center strikes, planchet defects, or 'rotated die' errors.

Grade assessment

Fine to Very Fine. Shows significant circulation wear, softening of the details on Tonatiuh's face, and various scratches on both the ring and center.

Mintage & rarity

Common; hundreds of millions produced annually. Not rare unless an error is present.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check for crispness of the bimetallic seam; on counterfeits, the junction where the two metals meet is often messy or painted. Verify weight (10.3g) and magnet response (the center is magnetic steel).

Notable varieties & errors

The 2007 'inverted J' or 'broken die' varieties are sought by specialized collectors of Mexican coinage.

Similar coins

The 1992-1995 'Nuevos Pesos' 10 Pesos coin looks almost identical but contains a .925 silver center (marked 'N$10').

Care & preservation

Handle by the edges only. Do not clean with chemicals or abrasives, as this can damage the luster of the bimetallic surfaces. Store in a PVC-free flip or coin holder.