The Libertad is Mexico’s modern bullion coin — and the only major bullion series with no fixed face value. The 1-ounce silver coin is pure .999 silver struck by the world’s oldest mint, with the Winged Victory design that links it straight back to the Centenario.
Key facts
- Gold Libertads began in 1981; silver Libertads began in 1982.
- The 1 oz silver Libertad: 1 troy oz of .999 fine silver, 40 mm.
- Bears no fixed face value — it is inscribed “1 ONZA” (one ounce) and is legal tender in Mexico, guaranteed by the Bank of Mexico at its prevailing metal value.
- Struck by the Casa de Moneda de México; reverse shows the Winged Victory (Ángel de la Independencia); obverse shows the national shield surrounded by historical Mexican coats of arms.
- Available in fractional silver and gold sizes; popular with collectors for its low mintages and annual design variety.
- Authentication notes: fakes of popular bullion exist — buy from established dealers; weight (31.1 g) and diameter are first checks on the 1 oz silver.