Reverse In the central part, surrounded by the Spanish inscription 'SUFRAGIO LIBRE' (translated as 'Free Suffrage') and the year of issue 1872, the fraction '1/4' (real) is depicted. The inscription is encircled by a wreath of oak and laurel leaves. The edge of the coin features decorative raised denticles.
Obverse In the central part, the coat of arms of Mexico is depicted. In the upper part, along the arc of the coin's edge, is the Spanish text: 'ESTADO DE DURANGO', which translates to 'State of Durango'. The edge of the coin features decorative raised denticles.