Eagle with wings spread standing on a nopal (prickly pear) cactus with a snake in its beak, surrounded by the legend above and a half-wreath of oak and laurel below. Note: Weight varies: 7.1-7.2 g.
Obverse script
Latin
Obverse lettering
ESTADO
LIBRE DE GUANAXUATO 1857 (Translation: Free State of Guanajuato)
Reverse description
Within an oval, two hands holding a chisel and hammer, surrounded by a radiant liberty cap above and a half-wreath of laurel below.
Reverse script
Latin
Reverse lettering
OMNIA
VINCIT LABOR (Translation: work conquers all)