Sociedad Numismática de México Medal (1976)

This silver medal was issued by the Sociedad Numismática de México in 1976. The society, founded in 1952 and known by its initials, is the country's leading association of collectors and scholars of numismatics.

Its tradition of striking an annual medal, usually tied to the society's convention, has produced a continuous series highly valued by enthusiasts. Each issue captures its own motif and documents a year in the life of the national numismatic community.

The 1976 piece adds to that collection of annual issues that many collectors seek to assemble complete. The society's medals reflect the deep roots of numismatic interest in Mexico and its capacity to produce its own pieces. The minting was usually handled by the Mexican Mint, a mark of good craftsmanship for collector issues.

The "Sociedad Numismática de México" (Numismatic Society of Mexico) medal was struck in 1976. It is made of silver, measures 38.33 mm in diameter and 25.36 grams, struck in Mexico.

Being a silver medal, its value has a floor: the precious-metal content (25.36 grams). Above that, what drives it up is condition, the small size of the issue, and interest in the subject it commemorates (the 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 the "Sociedad Numismática de México," 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 once 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.