1 Carlino - Juan de Homedes ND (1536-1553) front 1 Carlino - Juan de Homedes ND (1536-1553) back
1 Carlino - Juan de Homedes ND (1536-1553) photo
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1 Carlino - Juan de Homedes ND

 
Silver 1.2 g -
Description
Issuer
Malta
Grandmaster
Order of Hospitallers › Juan de Homedes (1536-1553)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1536-1553
Value
10 Grani (1⁄24)
Currency
Scudo (1530-1825)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.2 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#307650
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Coat of arms of the Order.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ☩ ✦ S ✦ IO ✦ B ✦ ORA ✦ PRO ✦ NOBIS ✦

Translation: St John the Baptist, prey for us.

Interesting fact

The 1 Carlino coin from Malta, minted during the reign of Juan de Homedes (1536-1553), was made of silver and weighed 1.2 grams. Despite its small size, this coin was an important part of the Maltese currency system during the time, and it features a unique design that reflects the island's rich history and culture.