MEXICO. Silver Proclamation Medal, 1789. Mexico City Mint. Charles IV. PCGS AU-58. 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. A great portrait issue, this specimen also yields a pleasing tone and excellent originality. From the David Sterling Collection.
