CVC & Collectables presents this 1970 Mexico IX FIFA World Cup Silver Medal commemorates the ninth FIFA World Cup, hosted by Mexico in 1970. This impressive 65 mm silver medal features the Jules Rimet Cup and distinctive Mexico ’70 imagery and is certified PCGS PR63 Deep Cameo.
Medal Highlights:
- Country: Mexico
- Year: 1970
- Type: FIFA World Cup Commemorative Medal
- Event: IX FIFA World Cup
- Mint: Mexico City (Mo)
- Composition: Silver (Ag)
- Diameter: 65 mm
- Finish: Proof
- Grade: PCGS PR63 DCAM
- Obverse: Features the stylized Mexico 70 emblem with a soccer ball incorporated into the design, accompanied by the inscription IX CAMPEONATO MUNDIAL DE FUTBOL.
- Reverse: Depicts the Jules Rimet Cup, the trophy awarded to the FIFA World Cup champion at the time, alongside the inscriptions MEXICO 70 and COPA JULES RIMET.
- Certification: Professionally authenticated and graded PR63 Deep Cameo by PCGS.
Historical Significance:
The 1970 FIFA World Cup was hosted by Mexico and was the first World Cup tournament held in North America. The tournament became one of the most celebrated in football history, culminating with Brazil defeating Italy in the final.
Brazil’s 1970 victory was particularly significant because it was the country’s third World Cup championship, allowing Brazil to permanently retain the Jules Rimet Trophy under the rules then in effect. This medal directly commemorates that historic tournament and prominently depicts the famous trophy. Find more alike here!
