CVC & Collectables presents this 1982-1983 Mexico 8-Coin Proof Set is a scarce and highly collectible Mexican proof issue with an original production of only 998 sets. The set combines eight denominations featuring important Mexican historical and cultural designs, highlighted by the 1983 1 Onza Silver Libertad, the first Proof Silver Libertad issued. Each coin in this set has been individually certified by PCGS, with grades ranging from PR66 to PR69 Cameo and Deep Cameo.
Set Highlights:
- Country: Mexico
- Years: 1982-1983
- Number of Coins: 8
- Original Set Mintage: 998 Sets
- Mint: Mexican Mint (Mo)
- Finish: Proof
- Certification: PCGS
- Grade Range: PR66-PR69 Cameo / Deep Cameo
- Includes: 1983 1 Onza Silver Libertad
- Libertad Composition: .999 Fine Silver
- Libertad Silver Weight: 1 Troy oz
- Actual Silver Weight: 1.000 Troy oz
Coins Included:
- 1983-Mo 20 Centavos – PCGS PR69 DCAM
- 1983-Mo 50 Centavos – PCGS PR69 DCAM
- 1983-Mo 1 Peso – PCGS PR67 CAM
- 1982-Mo 5 Pesos Quetzalcoatl – PCGS PR69 DCAM
- 1982-Mo 10 Pesos – PCGS PR69 DCAM
- 1982-Mo 20 Pesos – PCGS PR69 CAM
- 1983-Mo 50 Pesos Coyolxauhqui – PCGS PR68 DCAM
- 1983-Mo 1 Onza Silver Libertad – PCGS PR66 DCAM
Obverse:
The eight coins showcase a diverse selection of Mexican designs, including portraits and imagery drawn from Mexico’s political and pre-Columbian heritage. Designs include Quetzalcoatl, Coyolxauhqui, and other important figures and symbols represented on Mexican coinage of the period. The 1983 Silver Libertad features the classic Winged Victory design with the volcanoes Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl in the background.
Reverse:
The coins feature versions of the Mexican national coat of arms, centered around the iconic eagle and serpent imagery. The designs vary by denomination while maintaining the national symbolism associated with Mexican coinage.
Historical Significance:
Most notably, the set introduced the 1983 Proof 1 Onza Silver Libertad, representing the first Proof Silver Libertad in the series. This makes the set especially significant to Libertad collectors and marks an important early chapter in the development of Mexico’s internationally recognized silver bullion series.
Collectibility:
With an original production of just 998 sets, this is a scarce Mexican Proof issue. Complete groups are particularly desirable because many original sets have been separated over the years, especially for the individually collectible Proof Libertad. This example offers all eight denominations individually certified by PCGS, with grades reaching PR69 Deep Cameo.
