Founded in 1535, the Mexican Mint is recognized as the oldest mint still in operation in the Americas. Originally established to create coins for Spains western territories, it now produces Mexicos official coinage. Since 1981, the mint has released the Gold Libertad Series, a collection of bullion coins with historical and cultural significance. BGASC currently offers the 2013 1 oz Mexican Gold Libertad Coin.

Highlights:

• Ships to you in a protective plastic flip!
• 19th release of the 1 oz Gold Libertad series!
• Final mintage of just 2,350 coins in 2013!
• Contains 1 Troy oz of .999 pure gold.
• Obverse displays the national coat of arms of Mexico.
• Reverse features the image of Winged Victory.

All 2013 1 oz Mexican Gold Libertad Coins are shipped in protective plastic flips. The 2013 release returned to the full range of sizes in the series, including the 1 oz coin. This was a shift back to traditional production after 2012s single-weight issue.

Obverse

On the obverse, the design centers on the current Mexican coat of arms, with the eagle and snake imagery prominently displayed. Surrounding this main symbol are 10 historic versions of the national emblem, used throughout the centuries. Among them is the seal from the Codex Mendoza, a significant early illustration of Mexican symbolism.

Reverse

The reverse of the coin features Winged Victory, the iconic statue located in Mexico City. She stands before the mountains Popocatepetl and Iztaccihuatl, well-known features in Mexican folklore and history.

History

The obverse features the national coat of arms of Mexico. This emblem, first inspired by Aztec legend, has changed many times since independence. The modern version, in place since 1968, depicts a golden eagle on a cactus holding a rattlesnake, with water and stone below representing Mexicos geography and heritage.

Ordering

For help with your order or to learn more about this coin, contact BGASC at 888-992-4272, by email, or through our web chat service.