Sinaloa Coin List
The Sinaloa era in Mexico-Provincias was a fascinating period in Mexico's numismatic history. During this time, the Sinaloa region experienced significant changes in its monetary system, reflecting the political and economic transformations occurring throughout the country.
Sinaloa's monetary system during the Mexican-Provincial period
In the Mexican-Provincial period, Sinaloa used a variety of coins that circulated in the region. The most common were silver coins minted at the Mexican Mint, which included reales and pesos. However, due to the scarcity of official currency, Sinaloa also issued its own provisional coins, known as "monedas de necesidad" (coins of necessity). These pieces, often made of copper or brass, bore inscriptions indicating their value and place of origin. In addition, local haciendas and mines issued private tokens to pay their workers, which circulated as de facto currency in nearby communities.
Characteristics and rarity of Sinaloan coins
Sinaloa coins from the Mexican-Provinces era are highly valued by collectors due to their rarity and historical significance. Provisional pieces issued by the local government usually feature simple designs with the Sinaloa coat of arms or symbols representative of the region. Some of the rarest and most sought after coins are those minted during periods of conflict or political instability, such as the Reform War or the French intervention. These coins often have imperfections or variations in their mintage, making them even more interesting to numismatists. The private tokens of haciendas and mines, meanwhile, offer a unique insight into the local economy and labor conditions of the time, and are considered true gems for scholars of Sinaloa's economic history.
The most valuable and popular coins
The most valuable Sinaloa 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 | 1/4 real (Quarto/Quartilla)
Mexico-Provinces | 50 centavos (Buelna / Carrasco)
Mexico-Provinces | 1 peso (Buelna / Carrasco)
Mexico-Provinces | 1 peso (Buelna / Carrasco-Contramarca G.C. )
Mexico-Provinces | 1 peso (Buelna / Carrasco)
Mexico-Provinces | 1 peso (Buelna / Carrasco-Contramarca G.C. )
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