Libertad (coin)
Mexico | |
| Mass | 31.1 g (1.0 troy oz) |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 34.5 mm (1.36 in) |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm (0.099 in) |
| Composition | 99.9% Au |
| Years of minting | 1981-present |
| Obverse | |
| Design | Coat of arms of Mexico |
| Reverse | |
| Design | Three-quarter side view of the Angel of Independence with the volcanoes Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl in the background |
Mexico | |
| Mass | 31.1 g (1.0 troy oz) |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 40 mm (1.58 in) |
| Thickness | 3.0 mm (0.12 in) |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Composition | 99.9% Ag |
| Years of minting | 1982-present |
| Obverse | |
| Design | Coat of arms of Mexico with 10 past versions of this symbol surrounding it. |
| Reverse | |
| Design | Three-quarter side view of the Angel of Independence with the volcanoes Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl in the background |
The Libertad coins are silver and gold bullion coins originating from Mexico and minted by the La Casa de Moneda de México (Mexican Mint). The Mexican Mint was established in 1535 and is the oldest mint in the Americas. The modern coins contain 99.9% silver or gold (.999 fineness) and are available in various sizes. Both metal coins have undergone a design change. In 1989, 3,500 1⁄4 ounce Libertad platinum coins were produced. Libertads are devoid of face value, yet are legal tender, still accepted as currency and guaranteed by Banco de México, based on the market value of its gold or silver content.
In addition to the bullion version, a proof and reverse proof versions for both metals are manufactured specifically for collectors. Gold coins made before 2000 are only 90% pure gold. Proof coins contain a frosted angel with a polished background. A reverse proof is the opposite and has a polished angel with a frosted background. An antique finish silver Libertad coin was first released in 2018 with a limited mintage of 40,000.