MEXICO. Silver Proclamation Medal, 1789. Mexico City Mint. Charles IV. PCGS AU-55.

Grove-C-26A. By G. A. Gil. Diameter: 41mm. Proclaiming the consulate in Mexico City. Obverse: Garlanded bust right; Reverse: Seminude Mercury (representing commerce) standing facing, head right, holding winged caduceus and extending arm to crowned consulate coat-of-arms to right; implements of the arts and sciences around, ship in background. Gorgeously toned and lustrous, this medal presents an artistic portrait of the king along with an intricate reverse design. This lightly handled and problem-free example will please any collector of proclamation issues.

Estimate: $300.00- $500.00