1 Grano - Emmanuel de Rohan 1785-1786 front 1 Grano - Emmanuel de Rohan 1785-1786 back
1 Grano - Emmanuel de Rohan 1785-1786 photo
© pimmy (CC BY-NC-SA)

1 Grano - Emmanuel de Rohan

 
Copper 1.17 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Malta
Grandmaster
Order of Hospitallers › Emmanuel de Rohan-Polduc (1775-1797)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1785-1786
Value
1 Grano (1⁄240)
Currency
Scudo (1530-1825)
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.17 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#106617
Rarity index
77%

Reverse

Value and date within circle, legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
NON AES SED FIDES
G I
1785

Comment

Obverse lettering variations are known for the title:
  • no title
  • M for simple title Magister
  • M M for full title Magister Magnus

Interesting fact

The 1 Grano coin from Malta, issued during the reign of Emmanuel de Rohan in 1785-1786, is interesting because it was made of copper, a material that was not commonly used for coinage at that time. Most coins from this period were made of precious metals like gold or silver, so the use of copper for this coin was a notable departure from the norm. This fact highlights the resourcefulness and innovation of the Maltese mint during this time period.