Mexican Silver Libertad
Casa de Moneda de México · Mexico · Silver · 1 troy oz · .9990 fine
Typical dealer premium: 10–18% over spot.
The Mexican Silver Libertad is produced by the Casa de Moneda de México and has been issued since 1982 — one year after the Gold Libertad. Like its gold counterpart, it features the Angel of Independence on the obverse and the Mexican coat of arms on the reverse, with the added distinction of a ring of historical Mexican coat of arms designs around the central motif on modern issues. Struck in .999 fine silver and weighing one troy ounce, it carries a $1 peso face value.
The Silver Libertad is particularly beloved by collectors and stackers because of its relatively low mintage compared to other major silver coins. Some years see very limited production, making those issues scarce and valuable well above their melt value. The combination of beautiful design, limited mintage, and the heritage of the Casa de Moneda de México gives the Libertad both investment and numismatic appeal.
Premiums on Silver Libertads range from 10–18% above spot for current issues. Older, scarcer years can command significantly higher prices. They are available from major U.S. and international bullion dealers, though supply is less consistent than for Silver Eagles or Maple Leafs.
- What makes the Mexican Silver Libertad special?
- The Silver Libertad stands out for its limited annual mintage — much lower than the Silver Eagle or Maple Leaf — which creates genuine scarcity for certain years. Combined with its beautiful Winged Victory design and the heritage of the Casa de Moneda de México (the oldest mint in the Americas), it has strong appeal to both investors and collectors.
- Are Silver Libertad mintages consistent year to year?
- No. The Casa de Moneda de México varies mintage significantly from year to year. Some years have production runs well under 100,000 coins, making them genuinely scarce. This unpredictability is part of what makes the Libertad interesting to collectors but also creates supply risk for investors who want to buy in quantity.
- Where can I buy Mexican Silver Libertads?
- Major U.S. bullion dealers including APMEX, JM Bullion, and Kitco typically carry Silver Libertads, though inventory levels fluctuate. Local coin shops and online marketplaces like eBay are also sources, particularly for older years. Prices vary more than for heavily-minted coins like the Silver Eagle.