Casa de Moneda de México Medal

This medal is dedicated to the Mexico City Mint, the national mint and the oldest in the Americas, established by royal decree in 1535 during the viceroyalty of Antonio de Mendoza. It was the first institution of its kind on the continent and for centuries struck the silver that circulated across half the world.

The Mint is a central institution in the numismatic and economic history of Mexico. To issue a medal in its honor is to celebrate nearly five centuries of minting and the role of the Mexican mint in world monetary circulation.

Struck in silver, the metal historically associated with the mint's production, it has no recorded year. Its value lies in the connection to one of the country's most enduring and significant institutions, whose history merges with that of the Mexican coin itself.

The "Casa de Moneda de México" medal is part of the Mexican numismatic heritage. It is made of silver, measures 50 mm in diameter and 42 grams, minted in Mexico.

As a silver medal, its value has a floor: the precious-metal content (42 grams). Above that, what drives it up is condition, how short the issue was and interest in the theme it commemorates (Casa de Moneda de México). A piece without wear and with its original case is worth considerably more than one that has been tampered with.

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 "Casa de Moneda de México," 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 had them: they add collector value.

Explore more pieces in the Mexican numismatics catalog and learn to read the marks in the guide on how to identify Mexican mints.