Sociedad Numismática de México Medal (1975)

This silver medal was issued by the Sociedad Numismática de México in 1975. The society, founded in 1952, is the senior association of coin collectors and numismatic scholars in the country.

Its custom of striking an annual medal, generally tied to the society's convention, has produced a continuous series much prized by enthusiasts. Each issue documents a year in the life of the Mexican numismatic community and usually has a limited mintage.

The 1975 piece is part of that collection many collectors seek to complete. The society's medals are a testament to the roots and continuity of the numismatic hobby in Mexico. The striking of these issues was usually commissioned to the Mexico City Mint, a guarantee of quality for the pieces of organized collecting.

The "Sociedad Numismática de México" medal was struck in 1975. It is made of silver, measures 38.36 mm in diameter and weighs 25.43 grams, minted in Mexico.

Because it is a silver medal, its value has a floor: the precious metal content (25.43 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. It commemorates "Sociedad Numismática de México," which 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 came with 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.