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Area: 122 square miles Population: 386,000
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Island group in the Mediterranean, in British possession since 1800. On September 21, 1964, Malta became an independent member of the British Commonwealth. The Parliament of Malta decided on December 13, 1974 by 49 to 6 votes that Malta should become a republic.
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Monetary System
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4 Farthings = 1 Penny, 12 Pence = 1 Shilling, 20 Shillings = 1 Pound;
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since May 16, 1972: 1000 Mils = 100 Cents = 1 Malta-Pound
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Except for the 1/3 Farthing, British coins were legal tender.
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Decimal System since May 16, 1972.
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1972 Malta 5 Cents (Cu-Ni) - BU
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Obverse Floral Altar in the Temple of Hagar Qim, origin & date. Rev. value in wreath. Pretty uncirculated coin with light marks that keeps it from being better. Soft satin luster with a hint of brandy at very rim edge. (View image for more detail.)
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Item Number
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Price
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MALTCN5C972
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$1.35
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1972 Malta 10 Cents (Cu-Ni) - XF
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Obverse sailing ship, origin and date. Rev. value in wreath. Nice trace of remaining luster and strong detail for the extra fine grade. Average marks and only a light trace of handling is present. (View image for more detail.)
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Item Number
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Price
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MALTCN10C72
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$1.00
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1977 FM (P) Malta 5 Cents (Cu-Ni) - Gem PRF
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Obverse floral altar in Hager Qim Temple. Rev. denomination in wreath. Gorgeous gem proof with deep mirrored fields and sharp cameo devices. Fields appear dark in image due to reflection. Minimal marks, this one is a keeper. (View image for more detail.)
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Item Number
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Price
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MALTCN5C977
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$5.00
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