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30 Tari - Manuel Pinto de Fonseca
| Silver | - | 41 mm |
| Issuer | Malta |
|---|---|
| Grandmaster | Order of Hospitallers › Manuel Pinto of Fonseca (1741-1773) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1759-1761 |
| Value | 30 Tari (5⁄2) |
| Currency | Scudo (1530-1825) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#96740 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Banner hanging from cross in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NON · SVR REXIT· MAIOR ·
T · XXX
Interesting fact
The Manuel Pinto de Fonseca 30 Tari silver coin from Malta, issued between 1759 and 1761, features an interesting fact. It is known for its unique design, which includes a portrait of Grand Master Manuel Pinto de Fonseca on one side and the coat of arms of the Order of Saint John on the other. This coin was minted during a time when Malta was under the rule of the Order of Saint John, a religious and military order that had a significant impact on the island's history and culture. The coin's design reflects this history and serves as a reminder of Malta's rich cultural heritage.
