Malta 2008 Euro coin set 1c - 2e

Malta euro coin set 2008. All 8 coins 1c - 2e included.

The €1 and €2 coins show the emblem used by the Sovereign Order of Malta. During the Order’s rule over Malta, between 1530 and 1798, the eight-pointed cross became associated with the island and is now often referred to as the Maltese Cross.

The 10, 20 and 50-cent coins bear the Emblem of Malta, a shield displaying a heraldic representation of the Maltese national flag and supporting a mural crown that represents the fortifications of Malta and denotes a city state. The shield is bounded on the left by an olive branch and on the right by a palm branch, symbols of peace traditionally associated with Malta, forming a wreath tied at its base by a ribbon which carries the inscription 'Repubblika ta' Malta' (Republic of Malta).

The 1, 2 and 5-cent coins depict the altar at the prehistoric temple complex of Mnajdra, built around 3600 BC on a low elevation overlooking the sea.

Noel Galea Bason is credited with the design of the Maltese 1, 2 and 5 cent Euro coin.

• Model: EUR MLT 2008
• Brand/Manufactured by: [Euro coins]