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1 Grano - Ramon Despuig
1739 year| Copper | 2.85 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Malta |
|---|---|
| Grandmaster | Order of Hospitallers › Ramon Despuig (1736-1741) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1739 |
| Value | 1 Grano (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Scudo (1530-1825) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.85 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#50558 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Maltese cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN HOC SIGNO MILITAM :
1 7 3 9
Translation: Under this sign, we fight.
Comment
Numerous lettering variations are known for this type.
Example 1:
Obverse: F D RAIMV DESPVIG M M H H
Reverse: IN HOC SIGNO MILITAMVS : 1 7 3 9
Interesting fact
The 1 Grano - Ramon Despuig 1739 coin from Malta is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Grand Master Ramon Despuig, who was the 64th Grand Master of the Order of Saint John (also known as the Knights Hospitaller) and ruled Malta from 1736 to 1741. This coin was part of a series of coins issued during his reign to help stabilize the Maltese economy.
