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4 Zecchini - Manuel Pinto de Fonseca
1742 (1741-1773) years| Gold (.986) | 13.72 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Malta |
|---|---|
| Grandmaster | Order of Hospitallers › Manuel Pinto of Fonseca (1741-1773) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1742 (1741-1773) |
| Value | 4 Zecchini = 128 Tari (32⁄3) |
| Currency | Scudo (1530-1825) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 13.72 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#83757 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned ornate shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SEP . HIER . / HOSPI . ET . S .
Comment
Restelli/Sammut 4Interesting fact
The 4 Zecchini coin from Malta, issued during the reign of Manuel Pinto de Fonseca (1741-1773), is notable for its unique design. The obverse side features a portrait of the Grand Master, while the reverse side depicts the coat of arms of the Order of Saint John, which was a medieval military order that ruled Malta at the time. This coin is made of gold (.986) and weighs 13.72 grams, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
