On the reverse side, this 5-oz coin shows the "Pyramid of the Sun": It was a monument dedicated to the sun and was of exceptional importance for all Teotihuacans. It is oriented according to astronomical considerations, and has a small deviation on the North side.

Face value: 10-New Peso. Five silver ounces.

Reverse

Obverse

This extraordinary sculpture made of stone represents death. Death was an important issue among the people of that culture.

Face values of 5-, 2-, and 1-New Peso for 1, 1/2, and 1/4 silver ounces, respectively.

Reverse

Obverse

These magnificent stone masks were part of the funeral attire of the high personages of this culture.

Face value: 5-New Peso. One silver ounce.

Reverse

Obverse

This design is based on a vessel representing a Teotihuacán human figure in a sitting position. Similar to this, there are other anthropomorphic little figures of unknown significance, but it is believed that they represent a deity or a dignitary.

Face value: 5-New Peso. One silver ounce.

Reverse

Obverse

These figures were moulded in orange clay. This type of ceramic prevailed in a specific stage during the development of the Teotihuacan culture. These figures were very important for the Teotihuacan trading system, embracing almost all Mesoamerica.

Face value: 5-New Peso. One silver ounce.

Reverse

Obverse