2.5 Peso Mexican Gold Coin

2.5 Peso Mexican Gold Coin (Random Year, AU–BU)Historic Fractional Gold | 90% Fine (21.6 kt) | Mexican Mint ClassicQuick Facts Metal Content: 0.0603 troy oz gold (1.875 g pure) — 90% Fine (21.6 kt) Total Weight: 2.083 g Diameter: 15.5 mm | Thickness: 1.0 mm (approx.) Years: 1918–1948 (most are official restrikes dated 1945) Mint: Casa de Moneda de México — Mexico City Face Value: 2½ Pesos (legal tender in Mexico) Condition: Choice About Uncirculated to Brilliant Uncirculated (AU–BU) Packaging: Coins ship in protective flips; multiples in tubes IRA Eligible: No (less than .995 fineness) Why Choose Summit Metals? Guaranteed Authentic Mexican Mint Coinage Secure, Fully Insured, Discreet Shipping Trusted Buyback Guarantee Satisfaction Guaranteed Summit Metals authenticates each coin for weight, fineness, and date, ensuring you receive genuine Mexican gold. Hidalgo & National Emblem Design Obverse: Portrait of Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, father of Mexican independence, facing left, with “DOS Y MEDIO PESOS” and the year of issue. Reverse: The Mexican coat of arms — an eagle devouring a serpent atop a cactus — encircled by “ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS,” with the “Mo” mintmark. The 2½ Peso embodies Mexico’s rich numismatic history; 1945-dated restrikes make up the majority of available pieces, prized for their near-uncirculated quality. Investment & Collector AppealFractional Mexican Pesos offer an accessible path to historic gold ownership with premiums often lower than modern fractions. The 0.0603 oz of pure gold allows easy budgeting and diversification, while collectors appreciate the iconic Hidalgo design. Packaging & DeliveryCoins are counted, weighed, and sealed in flips or tubes depending on quantity. Summit Metals ships every order discreetly, fully insured, and trackable from our vault to your door. Secure Your Mexican Gold TodayAdd affordable vintage gold to your stack. Click “Add to Cart” to purchase a Random-Year 2.5 Peso Mexican Gold Coin and invest confidently with Summit Metals! Rated 4.56/5 from 18 verified customer reviews. Frequently Asked QuestionsIs the 2.5 Peso IRA eligible? No — at 90% (21.6k) fine it falls below the .995 IRS purity threshold; contact us for IRA-eligible gold. How much pure gold does it contain? 0.0603 troy ounces (1.875 g) of pure gold. What’s the design? Miguel Hidalgo on the obverse and the Mexican eagle coat of arms on the reverse. Which year will I receive? A random year of our choice; most are restrikes dated 1945. What is the purity? .900 fine (21.6k), alloyed with copper for durability. How much is it worth? About 0.0603 × the live gold spot price plus a premium. Why buy a 2.5 Peso? One of the most affordable ways to own historic Mexican gold; great for gifting and budgeting. Why is the premium higher per ounce? Minting costs are spread over very little gold on small fractional coins. Is it authentic? Yes — verified for weight, fineness, and date by Summit Metals. What condition is it in? About Uncirculated to Brilliant Uncirculated (AU–BU). Can I sell it back? Yes — Summit Metals offers a buyback guarantee. Related productsCompare the 2 Peso, 5 Peso, and 10 Peso, or browse Mexican gold.