© Heritage Auctions
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1 Scudo - Ramon Despuig
1738 year| Silver | - | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Malta |
|---|---|
| Grandmaster | Order of Hospitallers › Ramon Despuig (1736-1741) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1738 |
| Value | 1 Scudo |
| Currency | Scudo (1530-1825) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#96670 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Arms of the grand master quartered with those of the Order, within a crowned and ornamental shield, dividing the date a top and the value at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
17 38·
·S· ·I·
Interesting fact
The 1 Scudo coin from Malta, minted in 1738 during the reign of Grand Master Ramon Despuig, was made of silver and features an image of the Grand Master on one side and the coat of arms of Malta on the other. This coin was used as a standard circulation coin in Malta during that time and is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item.
