CVC & Collectables presents this 1790 Campeche Proclamation Medal, cataloged as Grove C-42 and certified NGC AU Details (Reverse Tooled). Struck in silver, this historic proclamation medal commemorates the accession of King Charles IV of Spain and was issued in Campeche, then part of the Viceroyalty of New Spain (Mexico). Proclamation medals were ceremonial issues produced to celebrate the arrival of a new monarch, making them among the most historically significant medals of Colonial Mexico.
Medal Highlights
- Country: Colonial Mexico (New Spain)
- Year: 1790
- City: Campeche
- Composition: Silver
- Type: Proclamation Medal
- Monarch: Charles IV of Spain
- Catalog: Grove C-42
- Grade: NGC AU Details
- Details: Reverse Tooled
Obverse
The obverse features the royal coat of arms of Spain beneath the Bourbon crown, surrounded by an inscription honoring King Charles IV and referencing the proclamation held in Campeche during 1790.
Reverse
The reverse displays a radiant star above the Latin inscription:
MAGNE ET AUGUSTE CAROLE IV PROSPERE PROCEDE ET REGNA
Translated as:
“Great and August Charles IV, proceed with prosperity and reign.”
The design reflects the loyalty of New Spain to the Spanish Crown during the royal proclamation ceremonies.
Historical Significance
Following the death of King Charles III in 1788, cities throughout the Spanish Empire held elaborate proclamation ceremonies to recognize the reign of Charles IV. Campeche’s celebration resulted in the striking of this silver medal, which served as both a ceremonial presentation piece and a lasting record of the event. Today, these medals are prized for their historical importance and artistic craftsmanship.
Collectibility
Colonial Mexican proclamation medals are considerably scarcer than circulating coinage and are highly sought after by collectors of Spanish Colonial and Mexican numismatics. This 1790 Campeche Proclamation Medal, certified by NGC and cataloged as Grove C-42, represents an excellent opportunity to own a tangible piece of Colonial Mexican history.
