Silver 1968 Mexico 25 Pesos Olympic Games - AU-BU

Coin Description: A beautiful 1968 Mexico 25 Pesos Silver Commemorative Coin, issued for the XIX Summer Olympic Games held in Mexico City.This coin is the Type I (Normal Rings) design variety, featuring the straight, horizontally aligned Olympic rings beneath the iconic Aztec ballplayer on the reverse side. The obverse features a crisp Mexican National Shield (Eagle devouring a snake). Estimated Condition Notes: Grade: Estimated Choice About Uncirculated (AU55-AU58) / Borderline Brilliant Uncirculated (BU). Luster: Retains excellent, bright original mint luster in the fields. Details: Exceptionally sharp details on the eagle's feathers and the Aztec player's headdress. The fields (flat background areas) still retain a substantial amount of original, radiant satin mint luster. Technical Grading Breakdown Design Details (High Points): Obverse (Eagle): The highest detail areas—specifically the definition of the individual breast feathers, the scales on the prickly pear cactus, and the clarity of the snake's body—remain completely crisp and well-defined. There is no flattening from heavy handling. Reverse (Aztec Ballplayer): The fine horizontal details across the indigenous headdress and the muscle lines on the legs show exceptionally strong preservation. It has not been heavily worn down by circulation. surface contact marks. Surface: Features minor, superficial bag marks and contact micro-scratches consistent with its age and historical storage in canvas mint bags. No harsh cleaning or major damage. Coin Specifications: Silver Purity: .720 Fine Silver (Ley 0.720) Total Weight: 22.5 grams Diameter: 38 mm The photos provided are of the exact coin you will receive. Please review them closely to judge the condition for yourself

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New

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Silver