Mexico Numismatic Society Carlos I 4 Real Grove-1102a SP 67 PCGS Ag medal 1971

This 1971 Mexico Numismatic Society silver medal, Grove-1102a, celebrates the 1536 four-real coinage of Carlos I and the origins of Mexican numismatics. Certified PCGS SP67, it features brilliant reflective surfaces and attractive golden peripheral toning. The obverse reproduces an early colonial 4 reales design with a large numeral 4, royal monogram, letter R, circular beaded border, and decorative lettering, surrounded by the anniversary inscriptions and 1971 date. The reverse presents a historic Spanish colonial coin featuring a crowned quartered royal shield with castles and lions, flanked by minting symbols and circular legends. The surrounding inscriptions commemorate Mexican coinage and identify Carlos I, the first coinage, and the four-real denomination. Established in 1535, the Mexico City Mint became the first mint in the Americas. This remarkable medal combines colonial monetary history, detailed engraving, and exceptional certified preservation, making it an appealing addition to any numismatic collection.

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