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Exposicion General Industrial Medal

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Silver · Exhibitions

How much is the coin Exposicion General Industrial Medal worth?

The market value of the coin Exposicion General Industrial Medal is not yet documented with enough data to give a firm range. Weigh and measure your piece, compare it against the specifications, and check the forum for a second opinion.

The real price depends on four factors: the grade of preservation (a circulated piece is worth the low end of the range; an uncirculated one, or one still in its official blister pack, the high end), the finish (satin vs mirror/proof), the rarity within the series based on the mintage, and the metal spot price on the day of the deal when the piece is silver or gold. Check the value-by-grade table above and compare with equivalent pieces before buying or selling.

Where to buy or sell this coin?

Browse the national directory of numismatic shops or the community forum to trade directly with other collectors.

Historical context

This medal was issued for a General Industrial Exhibition, within the tradition of contests that in the 19th and early 20th centuries promoted industry, agriculture and the arts in Mexico. Inspired by the great international fairs, these exhibitions sought to boost national production and reward the best exhibitors.

Exhibition medals recognized the award-winning participants and left a record of the event. They were a symbol of progress much valued in a country that aspired to modernize its economy.

Cataloged by Grove among the exhibition pieces and struck in silver, it has no recorded year. Its value lies in documenting the push for industry and the faith in progress that characterized these contests in Mexican history.

Description

The "Exposición General Industrial" medal is part of the Mexican numismatic record. It is made of silver, measures 50.48 mm in diameter and weighs 59.09 grams. In the specialized catalog it is referenced as Grove, Medals of México, II #E-7a.

Being a silver medal, its value has a floor: the precious metal content (59.09 grams). Above that, what raises it is condition, the short run of the issue, and interest in the theme it commemorates (Exposición General Industrial). 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 "Exposición General Industrial," which defines its historical interest.
  3. Check the condition. Free of scratches or harsh cleaning, with a natural patina.
  4. Look for the case and certificate if it came with them: they add collector value.

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

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