**Product Details** Be among the first to own the exclusive 2023 Malta Maltese Cross, the newest major international bullion coin, available initially only at APMEX! Act swiftly, as initial quantities are limited, presenting a unique opportunity to add this coin to your collection. **Coin Highlights:** - Contains 1 oz of .9999 fine Silver. - Delivered in protective packaging, with multiples of 25 coins arriving in tubes. - Obverse: Showcasing the iconic Maltese cross intricately designed, surrounded by radial lines to accentuate its beauty. Additionally, the date of issue, metal, weight, and purity are featured. - Reverse: Highlights the official coat of arms of Malta, denomination of 5 Euro, and the authoritative issuer, the Central Bank of Malta. Secure the 2023 Malta Maltese Cross in Silver for your collection today! **Maltese Cross** The Maltese cross holds profound historical and cultural significance within Malta, evolving over centuries to become an iconic symbol. Primarily associated with the Knights of Malta, the symbol is now widely utilized, from coins to organizational logos globally. Its origin is debated, but it is believed to have developed from a cross on coins minted in the Italian Republic, Amalfi, during the 11th century. Officially adopted by the Knights Hospitallers of St. John in 1126, the cross reflects the aspirations and obligations of the knights. The eight points symbolize ideals such as truth, faith, repentance, humility, justice, mercy, sincerity, and enduring persecution. The Maltese cross endures as the emblem of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta, an international organization committed to medical and humanitarian aid. This modern bullion coin seamlessly blends technological advancement with historical significance. Minted by the Pressburg Mint, also known as Bratislavska Mincovna, based in Bratislava, Slovakia, this coin connects the past with the present. The Pressburg Mint, reviving the traditional history of the old mint, employs cutting-edge technology alongside a commitment to precision and quality—a fusion of the traditional and modern, much like the Maltese cross itself.
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