© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
4 Tari - Jean de Vallette ND
| Silver | 11.61 g | - |
| 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 | 11.61 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#308497 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of St. John the Baptist within double lined circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ☩ · PROPTER VERITATEM ET IVSTICIAM ·
Translation: For truth and justice
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 11.61 grams. What's interesting is that the coin's design features a unique blend of Christian and Islamic influences, reflecting the cultural exchange and diversity of the island of Malta during that time period. The coin's reverse side features a cross and the coat of arms of the Order of Saint John, while the obverse side features an Arabic inscription in a crescent shape, which was a common motif in Islamic art and architecture. This blending of styles and influences makes the coin a fascinating piece of history and a testament to the cultural richness of Malta during the 16th century.
