Chihuahua Coin List
The Chihuahua era in Mexico-Provincias was a fascinating period in Mexico's numismatic history. During this time, the Chihuahua region played a crucial role in coinage, reflecting the political and economic changes the country was undergoing in its transition from Spanish colony to independent nation.
The historical context and the need for local currency
In the early 19th century, Chihuahua was in a strategic position as a mining and commercial center in northern Mexico. Political instability caused by the Mexican War of Independence (1810-1821) and subsequent internal conflicts led to a shortage of official currency. As a result, local authorities in Chihuahua were forced to issue their own currency to facilitate trade and keep the economy running. These coins, known as "coins of necessity," were minted at the Chihuahua Mint, established in 1811, and were characterized by their simple design and often hurried production.
Characteristics and evolution of Chihuahua coins
Coins minted in Chihuahua during this period presented a great variety in terms of design and denomination. Initially, silver pieces of 1, 2 and 8 reales were issued, as well as copper coins of lesser value. These early issues often bore inscriptions such as "Province of Chihuahua" or simply "Chihuahua", along with the year of mintage. With the passage of time and the consolidation of Mexican independence, Chihuahua coins began to incorporate national symbols, such as the Mexican eagle. A notable aspect of these coins is their variable quality, which reflects the technical difficulties and scarcity of resources faced by the local mint. Today, these pieces are highly valued by collectors, not only for their rarity, but also for their historical importance as tangible witnesses to a crucial period in the formation of Mexico as an independent nation.
The most valuable and popular coins
The most valuable Chihuahua 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
México-Provincias | 2 cents
México-Provincias | 2 cents
México-Provincias | 5 cents
México-Provincias | 10 cents
México-Provincias | 10 cents
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