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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
1 Zecchino - Philipe Villiers de L'Isle Adam ND
1530 year| Gold | 3.46 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Malta |
|---|---|
| Grandmaster | Order of Hospitallers › Philippe Villiers de l’Isle-Adam (1521-1534) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1530 |
| Value | 1 Zecchino = 32 Tari (8⁄3) |
| Currency | Scudo (1530-1825) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.46 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#312959 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Christ nimbate, within mandorla, flanked by five stars left and 4 stars right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIT • T • XPE • DAT • Q • TV • REGIS • ISE • DVCAT •
Translation:
Sit tibi Christe datus quem tu regis iste ducatus.
Lord, you rule this duchy, may it be dedicated to you.
Comment
The coin illustrated is the Restelli# 7 itself.The obverse lettering is often transcribed incompletely, in particular because of traces of double striking or the wear of the coin; however, it remains clearly identifiable on both sides.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Zecchino - Philipe Villiers de L'Isle Adam ND (1530) from Malta made of Gold weighing 3.46 g is that it is a rare and valuable coin, with only a limited number minted during its time. As a result, it is highly sought after by collectors and numismatists, and its value can appreciate significantly over time.
