1982 Mexico 1 Onza Silver Libertad Coin $150
Updated August 20, 2026
| Lot number | 297 |
| Estimate | 68.75 - 187.25 USD |
| Category | Coins & Currency |
| Auction | AUG 27 26 GOLD SILVER BULLION SLABBED KNIVES CARDS |
| Date | August 27, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT |
| Auction house | Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions |
| Location | Coralville, Iowa |
1982 Mexico 1 Onza Silver Libertad Coin $150 This 1982 Mexico 1 Onza Silver Libertad represents the inaugural year of one of the world's most popular bullion series, making it a highly sought-after key date for collectors. Struck by the Casa de Moneda de México, the oldest mint in the Americas, this coin contains one troy ounce of .999 fine silver. The reverse features the stunning Winged Victory statue, an iconic symbol of Mexican independence, set against a backdrop of the Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl volcanoes. Notably, the 1982 mintage features the original "Onza" design with a thicker 36mm diameter and lettered edge, which differs significantly from the modern Libertad specifications adopted in later years. This specific specimen exhibits a unique natural golden-brown patina and is housed in a protective professional slab, ensuring the preservation of its historical and numismatic value. Condition: The coin appears to be in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition, though it displays significant natural peripheral toning and surface oxidation, likely from long-term storage. The details on the Winged Victory and the landscape remain sharp, showing no significant signs of circulation wear. While it is housed in a protective slab, it is not professionally graded by a major service like PCGS or NGC; based on the visual evidence, it would likely grade in the MS-63 to MS-65 range. The mint is the Casa de Moneda de México (Mexico City Mint), identified by the "Mo" mint mark. The metal content is 1 troy ounce of .999 fine silver. Historically, 1982 is the inaugural year for the Libertad series, featuring the original "chunky" design with a lettered edge, making it a cornerstone for Mexican bullion collectors. Its collector value is driven by its first-year status and the growing popularity of the Libertad series; while the $150 asking price is a significant premium over current silver spot prices, it reflects the numismatic value of a first-year issue in a holder. The strike type is a standard business strike intended for bullion investment. Mexico, Libertad, 1982, silver coin, 1 Onza, plata pura, numismatics, bullion, winged victory, angel, Mexican mint, collectible, currency, precious metal 1982 Libertad, Mexican silver coin, 1 Onza Plata Pura, vintage silver bullion, Mexican numismatics, .999 pure silver, winged victory coin, collectible silver coins, 1 oz silver round, Mexican coinage Bidder is fully responsible for: - Determining what an item is worth to you - Evaluating the condition and authenticity of items - Making informed bidding decisions The auction house does explicitly not: - Provide appraisals - Grade items - Authenticate items - Test items - Third-Party Grading is that of the 3rd party and not done by us -Gold, Silver, Platinum, Copper, Gold-Gilded, Gold layered or Silver Plated, Electic Plating, The Metal Content or purity is not tested or verified. For collectibles like coins and trading cards, be aware that they: - May be Gr
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