Obverse: the obverse of the coin depicts the Greek goddess of victory, Nike (Angel of Freedom), holding the crown of a laurel wreath in her right hand, which symbolizes victory. The volcanoes in the backround are the symbol of Mexico. Of the top of the obverse we can see words "1 ONZA ORO PURO" (1 ounce. pure gold) and the date of issue and coin purity.
Reverse: the reverse of the coin depicts the coat of arms of Mexico - an eagle squatting on a cactus and holding a snake in its beak. On the top are minted words ''ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS'' (United Mexican States).
About the coin: this 1/10 ounce gold coin is a popular choice not only for its attractive design, but also for minting at the Banco de Mexico, North America's oldest mint. Pesos was the purest gold coin produced in the 20th century.
