1795) "Knights of Malta", Republic of Malta: "Knights of the Past Silver Coin Series": First Silver Bullion Coin in the Series, in denominations of 5 and 10 Euro brought out in a collaborative arrangement with Germania Mint and the Central Bank of Malta: Year of Coin issue: 2021:

1795) "Knights of Malta", Republic of Malta: "Knights of the Past Silver Coin Series": First  Silver Bullion Coin in the Series, in denominations of 5 and 10 Euro brought out in a collaborative arrangement with Germania Mint and the Central Bank of Malta: Year of Coin issue: 2021:

Germania Mint in collaboration with  the Central Bank of Malta has brought out a coin titled -  the "Knights of Malta" as the first Coin in their "Knights of the Past Coin Series".

"Knights of The Past" is the first Commemorative Coin Series created through close cooperation between the Central Bank of Malta and Germania Mint. 

This issue will start a series of unique bullion coins, which in a modern way refer to the traditions of the "Order of the Knights of Malta". 

The collection will be the result of a collaboration, combining superior minting and precious metals quality, with the artistic vision, marketing and distribution of both institutions.

The Verdala Palace:

Designed by Maltese architect, Girolamo Cassar, the Renaissance style Verdale Palace was built in 1586 during the reign of Hugues Loubenx de Verdalle. 

Situated in the Buskett Gardens in Malta, this limestone building, while giving the appearance of a military fort, was most definitely not.

 Filled with ornate decoration, it was a place of leisure, and remains today the official summer residence of the Maltese President.

The site originally held a hunting lodge, built around three decades before work started on its expansion into the Verdala Palace. 

It was enhanced in both the 17th and 18th Centuries, but had fallen from favour somewhat in the 19th Century. 

From 1798-1800 it was employed as a prison for captured French soldiers, then as a silk factory, before falling into further disrepair. 

In the 1850s, it was fully restored and became the official summer residency of the Governors of Malta after the First World War.

 It was restored again in 1982, and five years later, became the official summer residence of the President of Malta.

The Coin:

On the Reverse of the Silver 5 & 10 Euro Coins are depicted the Knights of Malta in a battle array, with the famous Verdalla Palace in the background, a landmark of Malta still in use today. 

The Knight's armour bears the "Cross" symbol of the famous Knights Hospitaller. Two knights are mounted and all are armed. The one on the ground bears a spear and a sword in his hands.

On the Reverse of the 10 Euro coloured coin is seen the identical representations of the knights in battle array, in greater detail. 

On the Obverse of the Silver 5 & 10 Euro Coins is seen the Emblem of the Knights of Malta emblazoned on a shield, held by a Maltese knight.

The specifications of the two Coin Variants  are:

i) 5 Euro Bullion Silver Coin Variant:

Country of issue: Republic of Malta; Year: 2021; Denomination/Face Value: 5 Euro; Metal Composition: .9999 Fineness Silver (Ag); Weight: 1.0 Oz or 31.104 grams; Diameter/Size: 38.61 mm; Coin Quality: Bullion; Minted By: Germania Mint on behalf of the Central Bank of Malta; Obverse: Knights of Malta; Reverse: Order of Malta Coat of Arms; Mintage: 15,000 pieces; Modifications: None; Presentation Box/Case: Blister-pack; Certificate of Authenticity (COA): Yes.

ii) 10 Euro Silver Coloured Coin Variant:

Country of issue: Republic of Malta; Year: 2021; Denomination/Face Value: 10 Euro; Metal Composition: .9999 Fineness Silver (Ag); Weight: 2.0 Oz or 62.208 grams; Diameter/Size: 45.00 mm; Coin Quality: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU); Coin Finish: Gold, Ruthenium, Palladium plating; Minted By: Germania Mint on behalf of the Central Bank of Malta; Obverse: Knights of Malta; Reverse: Order of Malta Coat of Arms; Mintage: 999 pieces; Modifications: None; Presentation Box/Case: Blister-pack; Certificate of Authenticity (COA): Yes.

For posts on Central Bank of Malta issues, please visit the following links:

1) Baptism of Christ: "Europa Coin Programme": Baroque & Rococo periods: Guiseppe Mazzuli's famed statue depicted on Central Bank of Malta Gold and Silver coins issued on 14.03.2018

2) Central Bank of Malta celebrates its 50th Anniversary (Golden Jubilee) milestone: A new 10 Euro Silver Crown Coin and a Gold Proof 100 Euro coin issued on 17.04.2018

3) Valletta, Malta - "European Capital of Culture - 2018": A 10 Euro Silver Coin and a Silver Foil replica of a 26c Stamp brought out by Central Bank of Malta 

4) Ggantija Temples, Malta: "Maltese Pre-historic Temples Coin Series": (Part I): First coin in the Series issued in 2016

5) Hagar Qim Temples: Maltese Pre-historic Temples Coin Series": (Part II): Second Coin in the series issued on 27.06.2017

6) Mnajdra Temples: "Maltese Pre-historic Temples Coin Series": (Part III): Third Coin in the Series issued on 21.06.2018

7) Malta: Renaissance Era Ship design depicting the Order of St. John's "Gran Carracca Sant' Anna" features of the latest Europa Silver Star Programme issue from the Central Bank of Malta: Coin issue date: 15.03.2019

8) Ta' Hagrat Temples, Malta: "Maltese Pre-historic Temples Coin Series" depicting UNESCO World Heritage List featured Megalithic Temple Complexes in Malta: Fourth Coin in the Series: Date of issue: 22.07.2019

9) "Suez Canal": Central Bank of Malta issues a 150th Anniversary Silver commemorative Coin of 10 Euros (1869-2019), minted by the Royal Dutch Mint: Coin issue date: 18.11.2019

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