© Sincona AG
© Sincona AG
1 Zecchino - Gregorio Carafa ND
| Gold (.986) | 3.45 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Malta |
|---|---|
| Grandmaster | Order of Hospitallers › Gregorio Carafa (1680-1690) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1680-1690 |
| Value | 1 Zecchino = 32 Tari (8⁄3) |
| Currency | Scudo (1530-1825) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.45 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#129564 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms of Grand Master.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DE PRINC·ROCELL M·M·AQ·??T·ET·S·S·H·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Zecchino - Gregorio Carafa ND (1680-1690) coin from Malta is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the typical coat of arms or other symbolic imagery found on many coins, this coin features a depiction of the Roman goddess of fortune, Fortuna, holding a wheel and a cornucopia. This design was meant to symbolize the prosperity and good fortune of the island nation of Malta.
