1987 1 Oz AMC Texas International Mint Ferrocarril Sureste Round PF

This silver round is a replica of a coin issued by Mexico in 1950, celebrating the completion of the southeastern railroad. It was minted by the American Medallion Corporation (AMC) known previously as the Texas International Mint (TIM). Several other coin replica rounds were also produced by TIM in 1987. The mintage is unknown, but the round is rare.

Obverse: The obverse features a train moving to the right with a sunrise in the background. Encircling the central image is the text "INAUGURACION DEL FERROCARRIL DEL SURESTE". The date "1987" can be found at the bottom.   

Reverse: The central feature on the reverse is the Mexican eagle. Decorative scrollwork surrounds the central image. The weight, content, and purity of "UNA ONZA LEY .999 PLATA PURA" is inscribed at the top. The initials "TIM" are found at the lower right.