Rodrigo Gomez Medal. Sociedad Numismatica de Mexico (1984)

This medal pays tribute to Rodrigo Gómez, who headed the Banco de México between 1952 and 1970, one of the periods of greatest monetary stability in the country, the era of the so-called stabilizing development. Under his management, the peso held a firm parity against the dollar for many years.

The piece was issued by the Numismatic Society of Mexico, the country's senior collectors' association, founded in the mid-20th century, which throughout its history has promoted the study of national coins and medals.

Struck in silver, it belongs to the series of pieces with which the Society honored notable figures of Mexican financial and numismatic life.

The "Rodrigo Gómez. Sociedad Numismática de México" medal was struck in 1984. It is made of silver, measures 38 mm in diameter, and weighs 27.81 grams, minted in Mexico.

As a silver medal, its value has a floor: the precious-metal content (27.81 grams). Above that, what pushes it higher is condition, the small size of the issue, and interest in the subject it commemorates (Rodrigo Gómez. Sociedad Numismática de México). 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 "Rodrigo Gómez. Sociedad Numismática de México," which defines its historical interest.
3. Check the condition. No scratches or harsh cleanings, with natural patina.
4. Look for the case and the certificate if it had them: they add collector value.

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