Escuela Superior de Guerra Medal. 50th Anniversary (1982)

This medal marks the 50th anniversary of the Escuela Superior de Guerra, the highest-level military school of the Mexican Army, created by decree in 1932 to train General Staff officers and professionalize the command cadres in post-revolutionary Mexico.

Half a century later, in 1982, the institution commemorated its role in the modernization of the military, heir to the effort of figures like Joaquín Amaro to consolidate an educated and disciplined army.

Military anniversaries of this kind were usually struck at the Mexican Mint. Worked in silver, the piece belongs to the set of commemorative medals tied to institutions of the Mexican State.

The "Escuela Superior de Guerra. 50 Aniversario" medal was struck in 1982. It is made of silver, measures 38.01 mm in diameter and weighs 24.98 grams.

Because it is a silver medal, its value has a floor: its precious-metal content (24.98 grams). Above that, what drives it higher is condition, how short the issue was, and interest in the subject it commemorates (Escuela Superior de Guerra. 50 Aniversario). A piece with no wear and its original case is worth considerably more than a mishandled one.

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 "Escuela Superior de Guerra. 50 Aniversario," which defines its historical interest.
3. Check the condition. No scratches or harsh cleaning, with a natural patina.
4. Look for the case and certificate if it had them: they add collector value.

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