Sociedad Numismática de México Medal (1979)

This silver medal was issued by the Numismatic Society of Mexico in 1979. The society, founded in 1952 and known by its acronym, is the country's senior association of coin collectors and numismatic scholars.

Its tradition of striking an annual medal, generally tied to the society's convention, has given rise to a continuous series much appreciated by enthusiasts. Each issue documents a year in the life of the Mexican numismatic guild and usually has a limited mintage.

The 1979 piece adds to that collection of annual issues that collectors seek to complete. The society's medals are a testament to the vigor and continuity of numismatic enthusiasm in Mexico. The striking of these pieces was usually handled by the Mexican Mint, a guarantee of good execution for the issues of organized collecting.

The "Sociedad Numismática de México" medal was struck in 1979. It is made of silver, measures 38.31 mm in diameter and weighs 25.22 grams, struck in Mexico.

Since it is a silver medal, its value has a floor: the precious-metal content (25.22 grams). Above that, what drives it up is condition, how short the issue was, and interest in the subject it commemorates (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. Commemorating "Sociedad Numismática de México" defines its historical interest.
3. Check the condition. No scratches or aggressive cleaning, with natural patina.
4. Look for the case and the certificate if it ever 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.