V International Numismatic Convention Medal (1977)

This bronze medal commemorates the V International Numismatic Convention of 1977. These congresses of international scope brought together in Mexico collectors and scholars of numismatics from various countries.

Holding these conventions consolidated the reach of Mexican collecting on the world stage. The gatherings included exhibitions, lectures, auctions, and the striking of commemorative medals of the event, highly valued by participants and by collectors of this type of piece.

Struck in bronze, the piece recorded the fifth edition of these international congresses in the country. Convention medals document the maturity of the Mexican numismatic hobby and its ties with the international community. The minting of these issues was usually commissioned to the Mexico City Mint or to specialized medal workshops.

The "V Convención Numismática Internacional" (5th International Numismatic Convention) medal was struck in 1977. It is made of bronze, measures 39.12 mm in diameter and 21.09 grams, struck in Mexico.

As a bronze medal, its value comes not from the metal but from what it commemorates: the event it celebrates, its age (the 1910-to-present era), and demand among collectors of the subject. Condition and the rarity of the issue are what set the price.

How to identify and value this medal

1. Confirm the metal. It is bronze; its value depends on the subject and condition.
2. Read the legend and the motif. It commemorates the "V Convención Numismática Internacional," 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.

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