Catalogue
| Émetteur | Malta, Order of |
|---|---|
| Année | 1976 |
| Type | Collector coin |
| Valeur | 1 Scudo |
| Devise | Scudo (1962-1988) |
| Composition | Silver (.986) |
| Poids | 12 g |
| Diamètre | 30 mm |
| Épaisseur | |
| Forme | Round |
| Technique | |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Graveur(s) | |
| En circulation jusqu’à | |
| Référence(s) | X#64 |
| Description de l’avers | Bust looking left, date underneath, legend around |
|---|---|
| Écriture de l’avers | Latin |
| Légende de l’avers | FR ANGELVS DE MOJANA M M H H 1976 |
| Description du revers | Paschal lamb, denomination below, legend around. |
| Écriture du revers | Latin |
| Légende du revers | ECCE.AGNVS.DEI.QVI.TOLLIT.PECCATA.MVNDI 1 SCVDO |
| Tranche | |
| Atelier | |
| Tirage |
1976 - - |
| ID Numisquare | 5894879090 |
| Informations supplémentaires |
Historical Context: Issued in 1976 under Grand Master Fra’ Angelo De Mojana di Cologna, this 1 Scudo coin underscores the Order of Malta's enduring sovereignty. Though without territorial control since 1798, the Order maintained its international legal personality, issuing coinage as a symbol of its sovereignty and humanitarian mission. These numismatic pieces served primarily as commemorative items for collectors, highlighting the Order's rich legacy and diplomatic presence.
Artistry: The 1 Scudo coin's design typically features a dignified, classical portrayal of Grand Master Angelo De Mojana di Cologna on the obverse, emphasizing his profile. The reverse invariably displays the iconic eight-pointed Maltese Cross, a powerful emblem of the Order’s chivalric traditions. The engraving style is precise and clean, characteristic of modern minting, ensuring clarity and reverence for the Order's iconography.
Technical/Grading: Struck in .986 fine silver, weighing 12 grams and measuring 30 millimeters, this coin exhibits excellent technical specifications. Key high-points for assessing strike quality include the highest relief areas on the Grand Master's effigy—such as hair details and cheekbone—and the intricate points of the Maltese Cross. Collectors should seek a full, sharp strike, even original luster, and minimal contact marks, hallmarks of a well-preserved example, often found in Proof or Proof-like conditions.