How Much Silver Is In 1964 Mexican 1 Peso?


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Jack Buckby answered
Although the 1964 Mexican one (or 'un') peso is a large coin, it only contains 10 per cent silver and 0.0514 oz of silver. The silver is mostly on the outside as the middle of the coin contains virtually no silver at all.

Issued from 1957 until 1967, the coin features Jose Morelos y Pavon on one side and the Mexican eagle with a snake and cactus on the reverse. The Spanish 'Peso' translates to 'weight' in English and the 1964 un Peso weighs 16 g with a diameter of 35 mm.

The Mexican peso is the most traded currency in Latin America and the 12th most traded currency in the world. Unfortunately, if you are planning to sell your 1964 silver coin, don't expect to gain a fortune from it as it is only worth the value of the metal. Although the coin is slightly collectible, you can increase the chances of a higher sale by making sure it is in good, but not necessarily 'sparkling clean', condition.

Keeping it simple may be the best way forward with soap and water as some collectors may prefer the 'dated' but 'clean-ish' look. Soap and water is also the least destructive method as using abrasives and harsh chemicals can damage the coin and turn it into a different color.

Realistically, if you sell it on a bidding website like eBay, prices will vary from $1 to $15 depending on the quality and how much in demand the coin is. Alternatively you can keep the coin for a bit longer and try again in a few years (or decades) time.
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Dale answered
I have a 1964 silver Mexican silver Peso too.  I found the silver content listed at the following website: sites lists the silver content at: 0.100 silver : Mexico Peso 1957-1967.
A disappointing amount because it is the lowest at the bottom of the list, but silver just the same.  I hope this was helpful.

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