1943-Mo Ecuador 5 Sucres PCGS MS62 Silver .720 KM-79 Mint State Graded Certified For Sale

Scarce Mint State Ecuadorian silver crown from the World War II era. This 1943-Mo Ecuador 5 Sucres, KM-79, is certified PCGS MS62 and represents an appealing high-denomination issue struck in .720 fine silver at the Mexico City Mint, as indicated by the Mo mintmark.

The obverse features the national arms of Ecuador, including the condor above the shield and the symbolic landscape elements associated with the republic, encircled by the inscription REPUBLICA DEL ECUADOR, translating to “Republic of Ecuador.” The reverse presents the denomination CINCO SUCRES, or “Five Sucres,” with the silver fineness noted as LEY 0.720, meaning .720 fine silver. The sucre denomination honors Antonio José de Sucre, one of the principal military and political figures of South American independence.

Graded MS62, this example remains fully Mint State, with no circulation wear and a bold overall presentation. The surfaces show the light contact typical of the assigned grade, while retaining attractive silver brilliance and pleasing cartwheel character. Design details are well defined for the type, with strong visual appeal across both sides.

The 5 Sucres series is popular with collectors of Latin American crown-size silver coinage, combining historical resonance, substantial silver content, and classic national iconography. Mint State examples are notably more desirable than the many circulated survivors, particularly when certified by a leading grading service. A handsome and collectible example of Ecuador’s mid-20th century silver coinage, well suited for an advanced world coin cabinet or certified type collection.