Coin Pièce Mexico Silver 2024

This coin is a 2024 issue from Mexico, struck in 99.9% pure silver. It belongs to the Libertad series, a collection renowned for its allegorical representations and striking quality. The weight of this coin is 155.5 grams, equivalent to five troy ounces of pure silver. Its diameter is 65 millimeters.

The obverse of the coin features the current coat of arms of Mexico, surrounded by the historical coats of arms of the country, arranged in an arc. This composition highlights the evolution of Mexican national symbols through time. The legend "ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS" is inscribed in capital letters, in accordance with the heraldic standards of the country.

The reverse of the coin features a representation of the Winged Victory, an emblematic symbol of freedom and independence. The background is adorned with a landscape including Mexico City and the surrounding volcanoes, offering a glimpse of the geographical and cultural landscape of Mexico. The inscriptions "5 ONZAS PLATA PURA 2024 LEY .999" specify the weight, precious metal, and fineness of the coin, while the mark "Mo" indicates the mint, namely the Mexican Mint (Casa de Moneda de México).

The edge of the coin is reeded, a common feature for coins of this size, which helps to prevent counterfeiting and facilitate handling. The Casa de Moneda de México, responsible for minting this coin, is one of the oldest monetary institutions in America, having been founded in 1535.