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© Stacks Bowers
2 Tari - Claude de la Sengle ND
| Silver | 5.03 g | - |
| Issuer | Malta |
|---|---|
| Grandmaster | Order of Hospitallers › Claude de la Sengle (1553-1557) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1553-1557 |
| Value | 2 Tari (⅙) |
| Currency | Scudo (1530-1825) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.03 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#307251 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
St. John the Baptist standing to right, head turned left, holding a long cross with left hand and raising right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PARATE , VI AM , DOMIN I
Translation: Prepare the way of the Lord.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Tari coin from Malta made of Silver weighing 5.03g is that it features an image of Grand Master Claude de la Sengle, who was the leader of the Order of Saint John (also known as the Knights Hospitaller) from 1553 to 1557. The Order of Saint John was a military and religious order that had a significant presence in Malta during the 16th century. The coin's design highlights the important historical and cultural significance of the Order of Saint John in Malta during that time period.
