If you’re looking for a way to keep your wealth in something real — something that holds value no matter what the banks or the government do — the Mexican Centenario is worth your attention.
What Is the Mexican Centenario?
The Mexican Centenario is a 50 Peso gold coin first minted in 1921 to celebrate Mexico’s 100th year of independence from Spain. This coin is 37.5 grams of pure gold (that’s about 1.2 troy ounces), making it one of the heavier gold coins in circulation.
Why Does the Centenario Stand Out?
The gold content certainly makes this coin desirable, but its design, history, and limited mintage also make it appealing. The front of the coin features Winged Victory, a statue symbolizing Mexican independence, with two volcanoes in the background.
Made from 90% gold and 10% copper, the Centenario is more durable than pure gold coins, meaning it stands the test of time.
The last official minting was in 1947, but due to demand, the Mexican Mint continued producing Centenarios with the same 1947 date. These “restrikes” still carry the same gold weight and quality.
How Much Is a Centenario Worth?
Because the Centenario contains 37.5 grams of gold, its value is tied to the price of gold at any given time. While you won’t find it selling for its original 50 Peso face value, its actual worth fluctuates based on gold demand, coin condition, and market conditions.
Older, well-preserved Centenarios — especially those from the original mintage years — often hold additional numismatic value.
Can You Add a Centenario to a Gold IRA?
No — the Centenario does not qualify if you’re looking to hold physical gold in a Gold IRA. However, many other gold coins that we offer at American Hartford Gold do qualify.
These include:
A Gold IRA lets you move your savings into real gold instead of watching it sit in a vulnerable bank account. With inflation chipping away at the dollar and financial institutions proving unreliable, many people are turning to physical gold as a more secure way to store wealth.
American Hartford Gold helps clients acquire IRS-approved gold coins for their Gold IRAs. While we don’t administer the accounts, we can certainly guide you through the process of purchasing gold and making sure it meets IRS standards.
Why People Are Choosing Gold Over Banks
When banks fail, digital assets disappear, and the government prints more money, what do you really own? Gold has been a store of value for centuries, and it’s not going anywhere. Gold coins let you keep your wealth in something tangible — something that holds real value regardless of economic conditions.
If you’re ready to move your money into gold, American Hartford Gold can help. Contact us today to find out how you can start acquiring physical gold for your assets.
Sources:
Mexican War of Independence | Texas State Historical Association
The Winged Victory | A story of revolution | Hypercritic
What Is Numismatics? Meaning, Qualifications, and Example | Investopedia
