Aguascalientes Coin List
The colonial era of Aguascalientes in Mexico-Provincias was a fascinating period in the region's history, marked by economic development and the minting of local coins. From its founding in 1575 until Mexico's independence, Aguascalientes experienced significant growth, driven by mining and agriculture, which was reflected in its monetary system.
Economic Development and Mining
During colonial times, Aguascalientes became an important mining center, especially for the extraction of silver. This economic activity drove the need for an efficient monetary system to facilitate trade and tax payments. The silver coins minted in the region were characterized by their high purity and quality, which made them highly valued throughout New Spain. In addition to silver, copper coins were minted for minor transactions, known as "tlacos" or "pilones", which were mainly used by the local population in daily commerce.
Monetary system and trade
The monetary system of Aguascalientes was closely linked to that of Mexico City, but also maintained certain local particularities. Coins minted in the region often bore distinctive marks indicating their place of origin, such as the initials "AG" for Aguascalientes. These coins not only served as a medium of exchange, but also reflected the region's identity and autonomy within the viceroyalty. Aguascalientes' flourishing trade, driven by its agricultural and mining production, caused its coins to circulate widely in neighboring provinces, contributing to the economic integration of the region and laying the foundation for its future development as an independent state.
The most valuable and popular coins
The most valuable Aguascalientes coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The valuation of these coins list has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.
Coins of Mexico-Provinces according to historical period
For ease of organization, the coins have been arranged according to their historical period, both current and old Mexico-Provinces coins are classified by their numismatic historical categories according to their issues.
Aguascalientes Chihuahua Durango Guerrero Jalisco Mexico Morelos Oaxaca Puebla SinaloaCoin Catalog
Mexico-Provinces | 20 centavos
Mexico-Provinces | 1 centavo
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