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15 Tarì - Manuel Pinto de Fonseca
1772 year| Silver | 12.5 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Malta |
|---|---|
| Grandmaster | Order of Hospitallers › Manuel Pinto of Fonseca (1741-1773) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1772 |
| Value | 15 Tari (5⁄4) |
| Currency | Scudo (1530-1825) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 12.5 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#96685 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
John the baptist facing to the right banner hanging in his right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SVRREXIT MAIOR NON
T. XV
Interesting fact
The 15 Tarì coin from Malta, minted in 1772 during the reign of Manuel Pinto de Fonseca, is a rare and valuable piece. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of silver, which was a significant departure from the usual copper or bronze used for circulation coins at the time. This decision to use silver was likely due to the high value of the coin and the desire to showcase the wealth and prestige of the Maltese Order. Today, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch high prices at auction.
