Comisión Nacional Bancaria y de Seguros Medal (1975)

This gold medal commemorates the National Banking and Insurance Commission in 1975, the State body charged with supervising and regulating the country's financial institutions.

The commission oversaw the proper functioning of banks and insurers, protecting savings and the stability of the financial system. Its work was key to the soundness of banking during the decades of economic growth, and over time it would give rise to the supervisory bodies that exist today.

Struck in gold, the piece left a record of this fundamental regulatory institution. Medals of State financial bodies document the institutional architecture that underpinned the Mexican economy. The striking of these commemorative issues fell to the Mexico City Mint, tied to the sphere of the country's public finances.

The "Comisión Nacional Bancaria y de Seguros" medal was struck in 1975. It is made of gold, measures 38 mm in diameter and weighs 41.72 grams, struck in Mexico.

Being a gold medal, its value has a floor: the precious-metal content (41.72 grams). Above that, what drives it up is condition, how short the issue was, and interest in the theme it commemorates (Comisión Nacional Bancaria y de Seguros). A piece with no wear and its original case is worth considerably more than a handled one.

How to identify and value this medal

1. Confirm the metal. It is gold; weigh it to estimate its fine-metal content.
2. Read the legend and motif. It commemorates "Comisión Nacional Bancaria y de Seguros," which defines its historical interest.
3. Check the condition. No scratches or harsh cleanings, with natural patina.
4. Look for the case and certificate if it had them: they add collection value.

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