30 Tari - Juan de Homedes 1553 front 30 Tari - Juan de Homedes 1553 back
30 Tari - Juan de Homedes 1553 photo
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30 Tari - Juan de Homedes

1553 year
Silver 10.06 g -
Description
Issuer
Malta
Grandmaster
Order of Hospitallers › Juan de Homedes (1536-1553)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1553
Value
30 Tari (5⁄2)
Currency
Scudo (1530-1825)
Composition
Silver
Weight
10.06 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#378828
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Within linear circle nimbate Paschal lamb standing left, head turned right, holding banner; date in exergue, Maltese cross above.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ECCE.AGNVS.D.QVI.TOLLIT.P.
1553

Unabridged legend: Ecce agnus dei qui tollis peccata

Translation: Behold the lamb of God who takes away sins

Interesting fact

The 30 Tari coin from Malta, featuring Juan de Homedes, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its historical significance and limited mintage. It was issued in 1553 during the reign of Grand Master Juan de Homedes, and it is believed that only a small number of coins were minted, making it a highly sought-after collector's item.