CVC & Collectables presents this 1946 Mexico 50 Pesos Gold Centenario, certified PCGS MS65, a high-grade example of one of the most iconic gold coins in the world. Struck in .900 fine gold and containing 1.2057 troy ounces of actual gold weight, this coin honors the 100th anniversary of Mexico’s independence. With vibrant luster, a bold strike, and exceptional surface quality, this Gem Mint State coin is a top-tier investment and collector piece.
Coin Highlights:
- Country: Mexico
- Date: 1946
- Denomination: 50 Pesos
- Composition: .900 Fine Gold
- Actual Gold Weight (AGW): 1.2057 troy ounces
- Weight: 41.67 grams
- Diameter: 37 mm
- Edge: Lettered – “INDEPENDENCIA Y LIBERTAD”
- Grade: PCGS MS65 — Gem Mint State with excellent luster and strong eye appeal
- Mintage: 1,588,000
Obverse:
- Design: Winged Victory (El Ángel), holding a laurel wreath and broken chains, with the volcanoes Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl in the background
- Inscription: 50 PESOS / 37.5 Gr. ORO PURO / 1821–1946
Reverse:
- Design: Mexican national coat of arms — an eagle perched on a cactus with a snake in its beak
- Inscription: ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS
Collectibility:
The 1946 50 Pesos Gold Centenario is part of the classic series struck between 1921 and 1947 and is among the most recognized large gold coins worldwide. With a stunning design and substantial gold content, it’s both a collector favorite and a trusted bullion investment. PCGS MS65 examples are highly sought after for their brilliant luster and minimal marks — a true gem for collectors of Mexican gold or world classic coinage.
