Mexico 5 oz Silver Libertad BU (Random Year)
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What ships: one 5 troy oz Mexican Silver Libertad, .999 fine, in protective packaging. Random year — the date varies with current stock. The design has been consistent for decades, so the coin you receive will look like the one pictured apart from the date.
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Coin Specifications
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 5 troy oz (approximately 155.5 g) |
| Purity | .999 fine |
| Diameter | 65 mm |
| Mint | Casa de Moneda de México |
| Country | Mexico |
| Year | Random year |
| Face value | None — legal tender without a denomination |
| IRA eligible | Yes — .999 fine from a government mint |
Casa de Moneda de México has been striking coins since 1535, which makes it the oldest mint in the Americas. The Libertad's Winged Victory comes from the Independence Monument on Paseo de la Reforma, set against Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl — and at 65mm the 5 oz format gives that design far more room than the 1 oz coin does. The reverse rings the current national arms with ten historical versions of it.
Two things set the Libertad apart from other sovereign silver. It carries no denomination — legal tender in Mexico, but with its value floating on the silver market rather than fixed at a nominal figure. And mintages are small: Mexico strikes far fewer Libertads than the U.S. Mint strikes Silver Eagles, so they often carry a higher premium, with the larger sizes scarcer still. If you want the cheapest sovereign ounces, Eagles or Maple Leafs will usually beat it; buy the Libertad for the design and the scarcity. For a single ounce of the same coin, see the 1 oz Libertad.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Libertad is Mexico's official silver bullion coin, struck by Casa de Moneda de México — the oldest mint in the Americas, founded in 1535. The obverse shows Winged Victory from Mexico City's Independence Monument standing before the volcanoes Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl. The reverse carries the national coat of arms surrounded by ten historical versions of it.
Five troy ounces of .999 fine silver, stamped 5 ONZAS PLATA PURA LEY .999 on the obverse. At 65mm across it is noticeably larger than a 1 oz coin — closer to a hockey puck than a pocket piece.
It is the unusual case among sovereign bullion coins: the Libertad is legal tender in Mexico but carries no denomination on its face. Its value floats with the silver market rather than being fixed at a nominal figure like the $1 on a Silver Eagle. In practice this changes nothing about how it trades — both price on silver content plus premium.
Yes. Silver for a self-directed IRA must be at least .999 fine and produced by a national government mint or an accredited refiner. The Libertad is .999 fine from Casa de Moneda de México, Mexico's sovereign mint, so it qualifies. The metal must be held by an approved depository rather than delivered to you — confirm the process with your custodian.
Random. This listing ships whichever dates are in stock, which keeps the premium as low as possible. The design has been consistent for decades, so dates trade interchangeably at the bullion level. If you need a specific year, call or text (385) 442-9636 and we will tell you what is available.
Mintages. Mexico strikes far fewer Libertads than the U.S. Mint strikes Silver Eagles or the Royal Canadian Mint strikes Maples, and the larger sizes are scarcer still. That scarcity means Libertads — particularly the 5 oz — frequently carry a higher premium than a comparable weight in Eagles or Maples.
Lower premium per ounce and a more impressive piece in hand. One 5 oz coin usually costs less per ounce than five separate 1 oz coins, and the larger canvas shows the Winged Victory design far better. The tradeoff is divisibility — you sell all five ounces at once rather than an ounce at a time.
Utah exempts investment-grade precious metals from sales tax. A Silver Libertad purchased in Utah should not be subject to sales tax. Confirm with your dealer at the time of purchase.
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