Banorte Medal. 1 Year (1986)

This medal celebrates the first year of Banorte, as Banco Mercantil del Norte came to be known after its reorganization in 1986, when Banco Regional del Norte and Banco Mercantil de Monterrey merged, Monterrey institutions with roots in the late 19th century.

Marking the first anniversary with a commemorative piece reflected the start of a new stage for banking in the country's north, which years later would become one of the largest financial groups in Mexico.

Struck in silver, it is a commercial medal of anniversary, the kind that financial institutions commissioned to record their first steps and hand out among executives and clients.

The "Banorte. 1 Año" medal was struck in 1986. It is made of silver, measures 37.7 mm in diameter and weighs 28.28 grams.

Because it is a silver medal, its value has a floor: the precious metal content (28.28 grams). Above that, what drives it up is condition, how short the issue was, and interest in the subject it commemorates (Banorte. 1 Año). A piece with no wear and its original case is worth considerably more than one that has been handled.

How to identify and value this medal

1. Confirm the metal. It is silver; weigh it to estimate its fine metal content.
2. Read the legend and the motif. It commemorates "Banorte. 1 Año," which defines its historical interest.
3. Check the condition. No scratches or aggressive cleaning, with natural patina.
4. Look for the case and the certificate if it came with them: they add collector value.

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