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1 Zecchino - Martin Garzez ND
| Gold (.999) | 3.494 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Malta |
|---|---|
| Grandmaster | Order of Hospitallers › Martin Garzez (1595-1601) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1595-1601 |
| Value | 1 Zecchino = 32 Tari (8⁄3) |
| Currency | Scudo (1530-1825) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 3.494 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#111946 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Christ nimbate, within mandorla, flanked by five stars on right and four stars on left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DA MICHI VIRTV CONTRA HOSTES TV
Translation: Da mihi virtutem contra hostes tuos: Give me the strength against thy enemies.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Zecchino coin from Malta, minted between 1595 and 1601, is interesting because it was made of .999 gold and weighed 3.494 grams, making it a unique and valuable coin among collectors.
