Casa de Moneda de México Medal (1985)

This medal comes from the Mexico City Mint, the oldest mint in the Americas, founded in 1535. Throughout the 20th century, the institution produced numerous commemorative pieces to spread word of its history and work, whether for anniversaries, plant inaugurations, or technical milestones.

This issue stands out for its bimetallic composition, that is, made of two different metals, a technique the Mint mastered and also applied to circulating coins, showcasing its industrial capacity.

Of good module and considerable weight, the piece belongs among the institutional medals the mint intended for collectors and official gifts, more as an object of prestige than as a coin.

The "Casa de Moneda de México" medal was struck in 1985. It is bimetallic, measures 48.4 mm in diameter and weighs 63.28 grams, minted in Mexico.

As a bimetallic medal, its value comes not from the metal but from the commemorative side: the event it celebrates, its age (1910-to-present era), and demand among collectors of the subject. Condition and the rarity of the issue are what set the price.

How to identify and value this medal

1. Confirm the metal. It is bimetallic; its value depends on the subject and condition.
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 harsh cleaning, with natural patina.
4. Look for the case and certificate if it ever 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.