Lot 3973
Mexico - Chihuahua. Revolutionary Period. "La Bolita" Peso, 1913. WR-R2; Eliz-MX191; GB-78 (plate coin); KM-610 (plate coin). 31.20 grams. Hildago del Parral type. H DEL PARRAL in three lines, wreath and date below. Reverse: "1 PESO" superimposed on central sphere, wreath below. A fresh strike, the circular lathe marks on the poorly worked die clearly evident. Handsome even toning, with the peripheries tending towards the golds and coppers. NGC graded MS-63.
Another revolution plagued Mexico in the early twentieth century. This one lasted from 1910-1917, and was essentially over the same issues as those that existed in the nineteenth century; equitable land redistribution, and true political democracy. This time the general ruling Mexico was Porfirio Diaz. He viewed himself as an enlightened despot, who won respect for Mexico and instituted economic reform and established significant world trade. However, he accomplished these ends by throttling dissent and establishing a police state. Numerous opponents stepped up to begin revolutionary activities. It is still difficult today, to separate one side from the other, since they often fought amongst themselves. The Bolita Peso was one of many revolutionary coins minted, and quite rare.
Estimated Value $10,000 - 12,000.
Ex Ostheimer-Roza Collection, from Superior C.O.I.N. Sale, June 15-19, 1976, lot 3191 (realizing $4000). A classic rarity. Long considered the finest known of the type; Illustrated in Money of the World, coin 176. Ex Millennia, Lot 1137.
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