Malta. 1, 3 Scudi, 9 Tarì 1968/1971, Sovrano Militare Ordine di Malta (2 ufficiali + 2 commemorative) (No reserve price)
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This ungraded lot comprises four silver coins issued by the Sovereign Military Order of Malta in 1968 and 1971: two official and two commemorative coins in denominations of 1 and 3 scudi and 9 tari.
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Description from the seller
Lot consisting of 4 official silver coins (800, 900 and 987/1000) issued by the Sovereign Military Order of Malta (SMOM) under the Grand Master Frà Angelo de Mojana di Cologna. The coins are part of the Order's sought-after mint issues and include two important commemorative themes of the period (FAO and Lepanto). All are in SPL condition (see details at the end).
The lot is composed of the following 4 pieces:
1) 9 Tarì 1970 - Saint John the Baptist
- Obverse: Portrait of Saint John the Baptist (patron of the Order) facing three-quarter left. Legend: S. IOAN. BAPT. ORA PRO NOBIS • 9 TARI.
- Reverse: The crowned heraldic coat of arms of the Order with the Maltese cross in the background. Legend: FR • ANGELVS • DE • MOJANA • M • M • H • H • 1971.
- Metal: Silver 900/1000
- Weight: 9 g
- Diameter: 30 mm
2) 9 Tarì 1971 - Commemorative 400th Anniversary of the Battle of Lepanto
- Obverse: Detailed naval scene with galleys in combat. Legend: 1571 • LEPANTO • 1971.
- Reverse: Two adjacent heraldic shields topped by a magistral crown. Legend: SOVRANO MILITARE ORDINE DI MALTA • 9 TARI.
- Metal: Silver 900/1000
- Weight: 9 g
- Diameter: 30 mm
3) 3 Scudi 1968 - FAO commemorative "War on Hunger"
- Obverse: Saint John the Baptist in full figure preaching beside a lamb. Legend: F.A.O. ANNO 1968 • GUERRA ALLA FAME • 3 SCVDI.
- Reverse: Large crowned heraldic coat of arms of the Order. Legend: FR • ANGELVS • DE • MOJANA • M • M • H • H •.
- Metal: Silver 800/1000
- Weight: 10 g
- Diameter: 33 mm
4) 1 Scudo 1971
- Obverse: Profile portrait (bust to the left) of the Grand Master. Legend: FR • ANGELVS • DE • MOJANA • M • M • H • H •.
- Reverse: Two adjacent heraldic shields topped by a crown. Legend: 1 SCVDO.
- Metal: Silver 987/1000
- Weight: 12 g
- Diameter: 32 mm
Condition: the coins are in excellent condition (SPL), with glossy fields and the presence of slight and normal contact marks or superficial micro-scratches. All reliefs are sharp and excellent, with no signs of wear or flattening. They all show a light patina of time, with natural silver oxidation along the edges more or less evident.
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Photos are an important and integral part of the description, so please review them carefully before bidding. Note that, although taken carefully in natural light, the actual color of the item may differ slightly due to ambient lighting conditions or your monitor/display settings.
Important: for purchases outside the European Union, customs duties, taxes and any other charges are not included in the price of the product or shipping cost, and are therefore the buyer's sole responsibility.
Shipping: shipment only via certified and trackable couriers. I am not responsible for possible delivery delays, disruptions or losses caused solely by the carriers, external events, or customs blocks. In case of problems during transit, I will nonetheless provide, within my possibilities, maximum support to file claims and monitor the shipment with the courier.
Seller's Story
"Il Frontespizio" is a shop specializing in the sale of illustrated, art, and fine books, antique and rare items, first editions from all eras, and out-of-print works, as well as autographed books and manuscripts. It also offers prints, postcards, figurines, magazines, and other collectible paper objects. Occasionally, other types of collectibles such as toys and vintage items, vinyl records, medals, and banknotes are put up for sale.
It is born as an online extension of the antique shop 'La Bottega d’Arte' in Como, opened in the 1970s and a point of reference for antique collectors and art lovers, with its three shops located in the historic center. The shop is registered with FIMA (Italian Federation of Art Dealers), providing an additional guarantee for clients.
The Frontispiece is managed by Barbara Lombardi, a passionate bibliophile who has been collecting illustrated books from the first half of the 20th century, photography books, and artist books for over 25 years.
Translated by Google TranslateLot consisting of 4 official silver coins (800, 900 and 987/1000) issued by the Sovereign Military Order of Malta (SMOM) under the Grand Master Frà Angelo de Mojana di Cologna. The coins are part of the Order's sought-after mint issues and include two important commemorative themes of the period (FAO and Lepanto). All are in SPL condition (see details at the end).
The lot is composed of the following 4 pieces:
1) 9 Tarì 1970 - Saint John the Baptist
- Obverse: Portrait of Saint John the Baptist (patron of the Order) facing three-quarter left. Legend: S. IOAN. BAPT. ORA PRO NOBIS • 9 TARI.
- Reverse: The crowned heraldic coat of arms of the Order with the Maltese cross in the background. Legend: FR • ANGELVS • DE • MOJANA • M • M • H • H • 1971.
- Metal: Silver 900/1000
- Weight: 9 g
- Diameter: 30 mm
2) 9 Tarì 1971 - Commemorative 400th Anniversary of the Battle of Lepanto
- Obverse: Detailed naval scene with galleys in combat. Legend: 1571 • LEPANTO • 1971.
- Reverse: Two adjacent heraldic shields topped by a magistral crown. Legend: SOVRANO MILITARE ORDINE DI MALTA • 9 TARI.
- Metal: Silver 900/1000
- Weight: 9 g
- Diameter: 30 mm
3) 3 Scudi 1968 - FAO commemorative "War on Hunger"
- Obverse: Saint John the Baptist in full figure preaching beside a lamb. Legend: F.A.O. ANNO 1968 • GUERRA ALLA FAME • 3 SCVDI.
- Reverse: Large crowned heraldic coat of arms of the Order. Legend: FR • ANGELVS • DE • MOJANA • M • M • H • H •.
- Metal: Silver 800/1000
- Weight: 10 g
- Diameter: 33 mm
4) 1 Scudo 1971
- Obverse: Profile portrait (bust to the left) of the Grand Master. Legend: FR • ANGELVS • DE • MOJANA • M • M • H • H •.
- Reverse: Two adjacent heraldic shields topped by a crown. Legend: 1 SCVDO.
- Metal: Silver 987/1000
- Weight: 12 g
- Diameter: 32 mm
Condition: the coins are in excellent condition (SPL), with glossy fields and the presence of slight and normal contact marks or superficial micro-scratches. All reliefs are sharp and excellent, with no signs of wear or flattening. They all show a light patina of time, with natural silver oxidation along the edges more or less evident.
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Photos are an important and integral part of the description, so please review them carefully before bidding. Note that, although taken carefully in natural light, the actual color of the item may differ slightly due to ambient lighting conditions or your monitor/display settings.
Important: for purchases outside the European Union, customs duties, taxes and any other charges are not included in the price of the product or shipping cost, and are therefore the buyer's sole responsibility.
Shipping: shipment only via certified and trackable couriers. I am not responsible for possible delivery delays, disruptions or losses caused solely by the carriers, external events, or customs blocks. In case of problems during transit, I will nonetheless provide, within my possibilities, maximum support to file claims and monitor the shipment with the courier.
Seller's Story
"Il Frontespizio" is a shop specializing in the sale of illustrated, art, and fine books, antique and rare items, first editions from all eras, and out-of-print works, as well as autographed books and manuscripts. It also offers prints, postcards, figurines, magazines, and other collectible paper objects. Occasionally, other types of collectibles such as toys and vintage items, vinyl records, medals, and banknotes are put up for sale.
It is born as an online extension of the antique shop 'La Bottega d’Arte' in Como, opened in the 1970s and a point of reference for antique collectors and art lovers, with its three shops located in the historic center. The shop is registered with FIMA (Italian Federation of Art Dealers), providing an additional guarantee for clients.
The Frontispiece is managed by Barbara Lombardi, a passionate bibliophile who has been collecting illustrated books from the first half of the 20th century, photography books, and artist books for over 25 years.
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Era
1900-2000
Country/province
Malta
Year/period and variation
1968/1971, Sovrano Militare Ordine di Malta (2 ufficiali + 2 commemorative)
Denomination
1, 3 Scudi, 9 Tarì
Precious metal
Silver
Condition
Ungraded
Coin type
World Coins (non Euro coins pre-2000)
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