4 Tari - Jean de Vallette ND (1557-1568) front 4 Tari - Jean de Vallette ND (1557-1568) back
4 Tari - Jean de Vallette ND (1557-1568) photo
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4 Tari - Jean de Vallette ND

 
Silver 11.49 g 35 mm
Description
Issuer
Malta
Grandmaster
Order of Hospitallers › Jean de La Vallette-Parisot (1557-1568)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1557-1568
Value
4 Tari (⅓)
Currency
Scudo (1530-1825)
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.49 g
Diameter
35 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#308446
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

St. John the Baptist standing and holding cross, a Paschal lamb at feet on right.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ☩ ECCE · QVI · TOLLIT · PECCATA

Translation: Behold, he who takes away sins

Interesting fact

The 4 Tari coin from Malta, which features Jean de Vallette, was minted during his reign as the Grand Master of the Order of Saint John (1557-1568). It's made of silver and weighs 11.49 grams. Interestingly, the coin's design features a unique blend of Christian and Islamic influences, reflecting the cultural exchange and diversity of the island nation during that time period.