1947-1948 Mexican 1 Peso Silver (.5 Purity) Coin. With José Morelos An Mexico Independence Martyr. 1 Peso Graded By Seller Circulated Condition

José María Teclo Morelos Pérez y Pavón was a Mexican priest and revolutionary leader who played a key role in the Mexican War of Independence. He took over leadership of the movement after the execution of Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla in 1811, and along with Ignacio López Rayón, organized the war of independence. Under Morelos, the Congress of Anáhuac was established, and in 1813, the country's independence was declared. A constitution was also drafted in 1814, which declared Mexico as a republic. Morelos was captured by Spanish royalist military, tried by the Inquisition, defrocked as a priest, and executed for treason in 1815. Despite never having a military career, he is considered a national hero and a successful military leader in Mexico.

• José María Teclo Morelos Pérez y Pavón was a Mexican priest and revolutionary leader who played a key role in the Mexican War of Independence