1 Carlino - Giovani Paolo Lascaris Castellar ND (1636-1657) front 1 Carlino - Giovani Paolo Lascaris Castellar ND (1636-1657) back
1 Carlino - Giovani Paolo Lascaris Castellar ND (1636-1657) photo
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1 Carlino - Giovani Paolo Lascaris Castellar ND

 
Silver 1.24 g -
Description
Issuer
Malta
Grandmaster
Order of Hospitallers › Giovani Paolo Lascaris Castellar (1636-1657)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1636-1657
Value
10 Grani (1⁄24)
Currency
Scudo (1530-1825)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.24 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#292440
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Arms of the Order.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ☩ S • IOAN • BAP • ORA • PRONOBIS •

Translation: Saint John the Baptist, prey for us.

Interesting fact

The 1 Carlino coin from Malta, issued during the reign of Grand Master Giovani Paolo Lascaris Castellar (1636-1657), features an interesting design element - a unique blend of Christian and Islamic motifs. On one side, the coin bears the image of the Virgin Mary, while on the other, it features an Arabic inscription reading "There is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is the messenger of Allah." This fusion of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of Malta during the time period and highlights the island's rich history and heritage.