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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
1 Carlino - Adrian de Wignacourt
1690 (1690-1697) years| Silver | 1.23 g |
| Issuer | Malta |
|---|---|
| Grandmaster | Order of Hospitallers › Adrian of Wignacourt (1690-1697) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1690 (1690-1697) |
| Value | 10 Grani (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Scudo (1530-1825) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.23 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#292445 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Arms of the Order.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S • IOANES • BAPT : ORA PRO NOBIS
Translation: Saint John the Baptist, prey for us.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Carlino - Adrian de Wignacourt 1690 (1690-1697) coin from Malta is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the country. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by the Order of Saint John, a religious and military order that ruled Malta at the time. The coin's design features the image of Adrian de Wignacourt, the Grand Master of the Order, and the inscription "Adrianus Dei Gratia Magister" (Adrian, by the grace of God, Master). This coin was used widely in Malta and was also traded with other countries in the Mediterranean region. Despite its small size, the 1 Carlino coin played an important role in the economy of Malta during this period.
