Mexico Currency, State of Chihuahua, 1 Peso, 1914.

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The image displays an old Mexican one peso banknote, characterized by intricate designs and detailing in a predominantly blue and grey color scheme. The central portion features a detailed illustration of a grand building, surrounded by a lush courtyard filled with trees and small figures, indicating its public significance. Flanking the building scene are ornate graphical elements including emblematic figures, possibly griffins or eagles, showcasing a blend of neoclassical and regional symbolic styles. The top section of the bill is adorned with an elaborate border pattern, adding a sense of elegance and complexity. On the left side, a prominent red seal reads "TESORERIA GENERAL" with an indeterminate symbol inside. The denomination is clearly marked as "UN PESO" in circles on both top corners, encapsulated within a decorative and repetitive emblem border. Marked numbers, "7-20-15," are printed in red above the central architectural illustration, likely referencing an issuance or series date. The overall design reflects the era's artistic trends

The image displays an old Mexican one peso banknote, characterized by intricate designs and detailing in a predominantly blue and grey color scheme. The central portion features a detailed illustration of a grand building, surrounded by a lush courtyard filled with trees and small figures, indicating its public significance. Flanking the building scene are ornate graphical elements including emblematic figures, possibly griffins or eagles, showcasing a blend of neoclassical and regional symbolic styles. The top section of the bill is adorned with an elaborate border pattern, adding a sense of elegance and complexity. On the left side, a prominent red seal reads "TESORERIA GENERAL" with an indeterminate symbol inside. The denomination is clearly marked as "UN PESO" in circles on both top corners, encapsulated within a decorative and repetitive emblem border. Marked numbers, "7-20-15," are printed in red above the central architectural illustration, likely referencing an issuance or series date. The overall design reflects the era's artistic trends

Name/Title

Mexico Currency, State of Chihuahua, 1 Peso, 1914.

Entry/Object ID

AM9999.263.6110G

Scope and Content

Mexico Currency, State of Chihuahua, 1 Peso, 1914. Serial number 3819609. Stamped 7-20-15 on back. On the front, the portrait on the left is of the President of the United Mexican States, Francisco I. Madero. The portrait on the right is of Governor of the State of Chihuahua, Abraham Gonzales. The image on the back of the bill is the Capital Building in Chihuahua. Following the 1913 military coup of Victoriano Huerta and the issuing of currency not backed by precious metal, several municipalites, businessmen, military leaders and other influential people issued currency.

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Currency, Paper money, Money

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Mexico, Chihuahua, Mexico, Mexican Money

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Object Name

Currency

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Sep 6, 2011

Relationships

Related Person or Organization

Person or Organization

I. Francisco Madero

Person or Organization

Abraham Gonzales