CVC & Collectables presents a sharply preserved Mexico 5 Centavos silver overdate, certified NGC MS 63, struck at the historic Mexico City Mint (Mo) during the late Federal Republic era. This desirable 1903/898 overdate variety combines technical interest with classic Mexican iconography, making it a strong example for both type and variety collectors. Coin Highlights: Issuer: Mexico Period: Federal Republic (1823–1905) Denomination: 5 Centavos (0.05 Peso) Date: 1903 over 1898 (Overdate) Mint: Mexico City (Mo) Metal: Silver (.903 fine) Weight: 1.34 grams Diameter: 14 mm Thickness: 1.1 mm Edge: Reeded Strike Method: Milled Orientation: Coin alignment ↑↓ Grade: NGC MS 63 Catalog Reference: KM# 400 Obverse: Mexican eagle perched on a cactus, grasping a serpent in its beak, with REPUBLICA MEXICANA above and the date below.Reverse: Central numeral 5 within a wreath, with mintmark Mo and silver fineness above, and CENTAVOS below. Collectibility: Overdate varieties are avidly collected due to their clear minting diagnostics and limited survival in high grades. Certified Mint State examples of the 1903/898-Mo 5 Centavos are especially desirable, with MS-graded coins offering superior eye appeal, sharp detail, and strong long-term collector demand. This piece represents a premium example of a scarce and historically significant Mexican silver variety. Explore a captivating collection of collectible coins from Mexico, spanning from 1500 to the present day, including intriguing revolutionary coins. CVC & Collectables offers a treasure trove of Mexican numismatic history, showcasing the evolution of currency over centuries. Discover these fascinating Mexican coins through this link: CVC & Collectables – Coins of Mexico
