Fiesta Tuesdays: 1968 Olympics Commemorative 25 Pesos

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”Blackbirds tend to like shiny objects” ~ The Bloody Raven

Buenos Dias my friends,

These coins were not a part of the September show acquisition but are a nice Ebay deal with a price of no more than $6 CAD over spot for the pair plus postage. So, before the next revolution goes into full swing let see these beauties! Viva la Fiesta!

1 Reverse: The Aztec Ball Player, Game Arena, Olympic Rings 19th Olympic games Mexico 19680.720 Silver, 22.5 grams, 38mm diameter Mintage: 27,182,000, Catalogue Reference KM# 479.1 Type I of 3

The Ball Game

The final rush! His teammates Tenopopo and Lokuhuan ran in front picking off the two players blocking the goal. Quamalouc ignores the Nazaem player barreling in on his right, his elbow deliberately strikes his face the split moment after launching the ball from his hip appliance towards the goal.

He staggers to the left but remained on his rubbery feet for a moment forgetting the ball. His hand wipes the hot blood from his nose, his vision clears, his head throbbed, and body ached with each pounding beat of his heart. His hearing returned in time to the magnificent cheering of the gallery crowd. He sees his teammates running towards him wide eyed like ferocious rabid warriors, not to kill but to mob him in an ecstasy of joy.

The faces of his opponents downcast.
He did not see the ball score, but he knew.
Reinvigorated, Quamalouc thrusts his fists in the air in victory.
The ball game was over.
The throng of aristocrats and nobles began raining their tribute upon his winning team bettering the challenging Nazaem. The match was more than just a game, it was life, and how the gods approved. Importantly it was to seal the treaty of alliance for the Aztec empire. To end the conflict and the unnecessary war!

1ObverseNational Coat of Arms, ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS (United States of Mexico)25 Pesos, Ley 0.720, and MO Mexican Mint mark (o/M)

The King of the Nazaem respectfully approached Quamalouc with his daughter as an offer for sacrifice or wife concubine. The Jaguar Warrior looks up to his king as if for permission from the chosen one of the Gods.
Montezuma extends his feathered scepter to the Captain of his Victor's then flicked his wrist up giving the celebrated warrior the luxury of the choice. His King smiled in approval.

Looking at her, she was beautiful, delicate, and proud. Any warrior would be honored as he took her hand as concubine. But his eyes searched the gallery for one who had already occupied his heart.
There, there would stand the true prize. Lord Kamkuhuan's widowed daughter.
Quamalouc and his team knelt before King Montezuma to receive additional titles, land and wealth upon his name but his eye kept gazing to the noblewoman Amakehua.

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She stood tall and proud by her father, she wore the long black feathers around her neck and the distinct band of black paint across her eyes that symbolized the hiding of her tears. She still mourns. For her husband was a fine Jaguar Warrior who had been dishonorably struck down from behind by an enemy warrior.

As witnessed by many Jaguar warriors, she picked up her husband’s maquahuitl and struck down both the Invader’s Captain and second in command. The remaining enemy fled as to be struck down by a mere woman it was clear disfavor by the gods. She was no ordinary woman, for her husband taught her the maquahuitl to quell her boredom of noble life. The late warrior's brethren were so impressed such that they added her among their ranks as warrior and as protector of her Village.

The weapon of a Jaguar WarriorW The Maquahuitl by Zuchinni one license under CCO

"Amakehua," his heart beat strong at the thought of her name. Strength of character and courage were more valued in his eyes than that of mere beauty. What kind of warrior children can a woman like this bear for him from the fruit of his loins? He wiped the last of the drying blood off his face and upon his shredded ceremonial costume. His eyes acknowledge his king, but his gaze turns back to the noblewoman.

Lord Kamkuhuan's eyes met his gaze and understood. He takes his daughter’s hand and steps through the crowds before the seat of Montezuma! Could his deepest wish be granted?

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I hope you enjoyed this coin feature, thank you for stopping by for a read.

Thank you, Punky’s Dad for your help behind the scenes,And a Thank you @silverd510 for this new tag of #fiestatuesday.

References

1. My own pictures shot with a Samsung SM-A530W P. Image under PixabayR. Clip art from 123RF W. Wiki Commons1968 25 Pesos Mexico Numista

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“Et lux in tenebris to serve laboro, sum sicarius” “I work in the shadows to serve the Light, I am an Assassin”