© Heritage Auctions
© Heritage Auctions
1 Taro - Emmanuel de Rohan ND
1786 year| Copper | 8 g | 25.7 mm |
| Issuer | Malta |
|---|---|
| Grandmaster | Order of Hospitallers › Emmanuel de Rohan-Polduc (1775-1797) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1786 |
| Value | 1 Tari (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Scudo (1530-1825) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 25.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#44355 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Head of John the Baptist on a platter
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCUTIATIS NEMINEM
Interesting fact
The 1 Taro coin was the first coin to feature the portrait of Grand Master Emmanuel de Rohan, who ruled Malta from 1775 to 1797. This coin was minted during his reign and features his image on one side, while the other side bears the coat of arms of the Order of Saint John. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of Maltese history, and its copper composition makes it stand out among other coins of its time.
