1 Euro
1 Euro Maltese Cross Coin
Malta · 2008
A bimetallic 1 Euro coin featuring the iconic eight-pointed Maltese Cross on the national side and the common European map on the reverse side.
- Country
- Malta
- Year
- 2008
- Denomination
- 1 Euro
- Grade
- About Uncirculated to Mint State (AU/MS) with minor handling marks.
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Overview
A bimetallic 1 Euro coin featuring the iconic eight-pointed Maltese Cross on the national side and the common European map on the reverse side.
Historical significance
Issued following Malta's adoption of the Euro currency on January 1, 2008, replacing the Maltese Lira. The Maltese Cross symbolizes the Knights Hospitaller and is deeply tied to the history and heritage of Malta.
Obverse (front)
Features the Maltese Cross in the center, surrounded by the letters M-A-L-T-A split between the top and sides, the year of issue '2008' at the bottom, and the twelve EU stars arranged along the outer rim.
Reverse (back)
Shows the common map of Europe displaying the European Union before its expansion, with the face value '1 EURO' and the currency symbol superimposed over the map, surrounded by 12 stars on the right half.
Estimated value
$1.10 - $2.00 in circulated condition
What drives this coin's value
Condition, grade preservation, and whether it is part of an uncirculated mint set.
Grade assessment
About Uncirculated to Mint State (AU/MS) with minor handling marks.
Mintage & rarity
Common circulation coin, though initial 2008 issue years have higher collector interest.
Authenticity & counterfeit red flags
Check for correct bimetallic weight and magnetic properties (the outer ring is non-magnetic, while the inner core is weakly magnetic). Verify clear details on the Maltese Cross.
Notable varieties & errors
Standard circulation strike; no major rare errors widely reported for this specific 2008 issue.
Similar coins
Other 1 Euro coins from different eurozone countries, which all share the same common reverse design.
Care & preservation
Handle by the edges with clean fingers or cotton gloves. Store in a cool, dry place inside a non-PVC coin holder or flip.
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