Obverse of the coin depicts an eagle with snake in beak and inscription "Republica Mexicana 1891." Reverse inscription: "5 Centavos" with garland. Mint mark is for the Republican Mint of Zacatecas.
Obverse of the coin depicts an eagle with snake in beak and inscription "Republica Mexicana." The reverse is inscribed with: "8R Z 1834 O-M 1 OD 20G", and features the radiant Phrygian cap design, the symbol of liberty.
