Overview
About the Mexican Silver Libertad
The Libertad is Mexico's silver bullion coin, struck in .999 fine silver. Its mintages are usually much smaller than those of the Silver Eagle or Maple Leaf, which can lift its premium over spot.
It comes in an unusually wide range of sizes, from 1/20 oz up to a kilo, and some collectors buy every size each year.
For background on the metal itself, see our silver guide.
Reference
Specifications
| Issuer | Mexican Mint (Casa de Moneda de México) |
|---|---|
| Country | Mexico |
| First year | 1982 |
| Type | Bullion coin |
| Metal | Silver |
| Purity | .999 fine |
| Pure silver content | 1 troy oz (31.103 g) |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Face value | None stated (legal tender in Mexico) |
| Available sizes | 1/20 oz, 1/10 oz, 1/4 oz, 1/2 oz, 1 oz, 2 oz, 5 oz, 1 kilo |
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Melt value
$60.52
1 troy oz of pure silver
Melt value is the metal content at spot. Dealers sell above it (the premium) and usually buy below it. Rare coins can be worth far more than melt.
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Look closer
Design
Design
The obverse shows the Winged Victory statue from Mexico City's Angel of Independence, with the volcanoes Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl behind it.
The reverse shows Mexico's coat of arms, an eagle on a cactus eating a snake.
Watch out for
What to check when buying
- Plated copies. Silver-plated fakes of popular sizes exist. Check weight and size, and buy from established dealers.
- Premiums vary by year. Low-mintage years can sell well above other years. That's collector demand, not extra silver.
Retirement accounts
IRA eligibility
Generally yes. At .999 fine it meets the usual IRA purity standard for silver bullion. Rules change and custodians set their own lists, so confirm with your IRA custodian before buying.
IRA metal has to be held by a custodian in an approved depository, not at home.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
How much silver is in a Mexican Silver Libertad?
A Mexican Silver Libertad (1 oz size) contains 1 troy oz (31.103 g) of pure silver at .999 fineness.
What is a Mexican Silver Libertad worth?
At the latest silver spot price of $60.52 per troy ounce, the metal in one coin is worth about $60.52. Dealers sell above melt value (the premium) and usually buy back a little below it.
Can a Mexican Silver Libertad go in an IRA?
Generally yes. At .999 fine it meets the usual IRA purity standard for silver bullion. Rules change and custodians set their own lists, so confirm with your IRA custodian before buying.
How can I tell if a Mexican Silver Libertad is fake?
Compare it with the published specs. Plated copies. Silver-plated fakes of popular sizes exist. Check weight and size, and buy from established dealers. If you're unsure, ask an established dealer to test it.
This page is for general education only and isn’t financial, tax or legal advice. Melt value is an estimate of metal content, not a dealer quote, and prices may be delayed. Check current details with a dealer or a licensed adviser before making decisions.