AGUILA NEGRA 1843 $20,000 With PASSCO Certificate of Authentication
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The “Águila Negra” (Black Eagle) bond — formally known as the Tesorería General de la República Mexicana 20,000 Pesos Bond dated 1843 — is one of the most iconic, visually striking, and historically significant bonds ever issued by Mexico. It is highly prized by collectors of antique bonds, Latin American financial history, and revolutionary-era memorabilia.
🇲🇽 1843 Tesorería General de la República Mexicana – 20,000 Pesos "Águila Negra" Bond
🦅 Nickname: "Águila Negra" (Black Eagle)
This nickname comes from the large, central black eagle motif — a powerful depiction of the Mexican national symbol: the eagle devouring a snake while perched on a cactus. It’s one of the most dramatic and artistic bond designs of the 19th century.
📜 Historical Context
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Date Issued: 1843
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Issuer: Tesorería General de la República Mexicana (Treasury of the Mexican Republic)
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Political Climate: Mexico was in a post-independence crisis, facing instability, internal revolts, and mounting war debts (including debts from the war with Spain, and later with the U.S.).
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Purpose: This bond was issued as part of efforts to restructure national debt and secure loans for military and administrative costs.
This predates the Mexican-American War (1846–1848) but comes after independence (1821) and the failed empire of Agustín de Iturbide.
💰 Bond Details
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Face Value | 20,000 Mexican Pesos (Silver-backed) |
| Denomination | High – rare compared to smaller peso issues |
| Date | 1843 |
| Issuer | Tesorería General de la República Mexicana |
| Interest Rate | Typically not shown on front; some were interest-bearing or linked to conversion rates |
| Repayment Terms | Part of debt consolidation schemes; often defaulted or converted in future emissions |
| Language | Spanish |
🖼️ Visual Characteristics
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Central Design: Bold black Mexican eagle, wings spread, holding a snake in its beak and talon
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Ornate Fonts: Elaborate script and official state typography
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Ink: Black on off-white/yellowed paper; some may show red stamps or treasury seals
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Signatures: Original ink signatures of treasury officials, manually applied
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Size: Large format, approx. 10x14 inches (varies slightly by printer)
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