2 Scudi - Ramon Despuig 1738 front 2 Scudi - Ramon Despuig 1738 back
2 Scudi - Ramon Despuig 1738 photo
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2 Scudi - Ramon Despuig

1738 year
Silver - 39 mm
Description
Issuer
Malta
Grandmaster
Order of Hospitallers › Ramon Despuig (1736-1741)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1738
Value
2 Scudi
Currency
Scudo (1530-1825)
Composition
Silver
Diameter
39 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#96739
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Tassles hang off ornamented shield in cartouche, divided date above, value below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
17 38
S. 2

Interesting fact

The 2 Scudi coin from Malta, minted in 1738 during the reign of Ramon Despuig, is made of silver and features an interesting fact. The coin's design includes an image of the Roman goddess of wisdom, Minerva, on the obverse side, which symbolizes the importance of wisdom and knowledge in the Maltese culture.