Starting in 1982, the Mexican Silver Libertad series comes from one of the oldest mints in the Americas: the Mexican Mint. Each year, a new coin is minted, displaying the same design on the front and back of the coin; the only difference is the year. The Mexican Mint was first established in 1585 by the Spanish ruler, Antonio de Mendoza. He issued a decree from the Spanish Crown to build the first mint in the Americas. The Silver Mexican Libertad series is quickly gaining attention worldwide, due its beautifully designed coins and the interesting history and mythology that comes along with them. Each 1oz coin is guaranteed .999 pure silver and is available in either brilliant uncirculated condition or proof (although our inventory favors BU).