10 pesos 1914

Common. While regional Mexican Revolutionary currency can attract specialized collectors, the Chihuahua 10 pesos from 1914 appears to have been issued in substantial quantities, as evidenced by the consistent availability in the numismatic market. No specific print run restrictions, recall notices, or documented scarcity issues are associated with Pick S533g. Notes from established series (this note is from 'Serie D') and in mid-range denominations typically had larger circulation, making UNC examples accessible to collectors without commanding premium prices typical of rare issues.

This note was issued under military decree dated February 10, 1914, during the tumultuous Mexican Revolution when regional states like Chihuahua issued their own currency. The grand neoclassical building depicted on the reverse likely represents the State Treasury or government building, symbolizing institutional authority during a period of political fragmentation. The formal signatures of the Governor, General Treasurer, and Auditor reflect the administrative legitimacy sought by regional authorities operating outside federal control during this revolutionary period.

The obverse features a symmetrical design with two bearded male portraits in formal attire positioned in medallions flanking the central text area. The left portrait appears to represent a prominent Chihuahuan official, while the right portrait depicts another dignitary of the period. Shield emblems containing the Roman numeral X (representing the 10-peso denomination) occupy the top corners, with ornate decorative borders framing the entire note in black and red printing on a cream background. The reverse presents an impressive architectural engraving of a grand neoclassical government building with multiple stories, regular columned facade, and institutional design typical of late 19th-century Mexican civic architecture. Corner medallions again display the denomination in Roman numerals, with a prominent red circular official seal of the State Treasury positioned on the left side. The overall design emphasizes governmental authority and legitimacy through formal portraiture, institutional imagery, and elaborate engraving work.

FRONT: 'El Estado de Chihuahua' (The State of Chihuahua) / 'Pagará al Portador, en Efectivo' (Will Pay to Bearer, in Cash) / 'Diez Pesos' (Ten Pesos) / 'Conforme al Decreto Militar de Fecha 10 de Febrero de 1914' (In Accordance with the Military Decree Dated February 10, 1914) / 'Serie D' (Series D) / 'Chihuahua, Chihuahua, México' (Chihuahua, Chihuahua, Mexico) / 'Tesorero General' (General Treasurer) / 'Gobernador' (Governor) / 'Interventor' (Auditor/Inspector) / Serial number: 402321. BACK: 'Tesorería General de Estado de Chihuahua' (General Treasury of the State of Chihuahua) / 'Peso' (Peso) / Reference mark: A-C-b / Denomination: 10.

Intaglio engraving (line engraving), employing multiple printing passes for the different color elements. The front was printed in black and red on cream stock, while the reverse used green and black inks on white. The fine line work, detailed border patterns, and precise architectural rendering are characteristic of high-quality banknote intaglio production. This note was likely produced by a capable Mexican security printer, though specific attribution would require additional research into Chihuahuan state printing records from 1914.

This note is identified as Pick S533g, representing Series D of the Chihuahua 10 pesos 1914 issue. The serial number 402321 visible on this specimen falls within expected ranges for the series. Known varieties for this Pick number may include different series designations (Series A, B, C, D noted in catalog references), signature variations representing different officials serving as Governor, General Treasurer, and Auditor, and possibly different printer's marks or reference codes. The 'A-C-b' reference mark on the reverse and 'Serie D' designation on this specific note should be noted for variety classification purposes. Further research into signature combinations and series variations would be needed to fully establish the complete variety breakdown for this issue.