© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
8 Tari - Antonio Manoel de Vilhena
| Silver | 9.31 g | - |
| Issuer | Malta |
|---|---|
| Grandmaster | Order of Hospitallers › Antonio Manoel de Vilhena (1722-1736) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1722-1723 |
| Value | 8 Tari (⅔) |
| Currency | Scudo (1530-1825) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.31 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#311566 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms of the Grand master quartered with the arms of the Order, within ornamental frame.
Script: Latin
Lettering: M · M · HOS : ET S · S · HIERV : 1723
Translation: Grand master of the Hospitallers of the Saint Sepulchre of Jerusalem.
Interesting fact
The 8 Tari coin from Malta, featuring Antonio Manoel de Vilhena, is notable for its unique design. The coin's reverse side features a depiction of the Roman goddess of agriculture, Ceres, which was a rare departure from the traditional Christian imagery found on most coins of the time. This design choice was likely a nod to Malta's rich agricultural history and the importance of the island's agricultural industry.
