Malta – 1972 – 50 Pounds (Liri) – Statue of Neptune – NGC MS68

Malta 1972 – 50 Pounds (Liri) – Statue of Neptune – Gold – NGC MS68

Malta’s first gold commemorative coin – outstanding condition, rare collector’s item

This exceptional gold coin was minted in 1972 and is part of the first series of commemorative coins issued by Malta after the introduction of its own currency. It features the statue of the Roman sea god Neptune, a symbol of Malta’s deep connection to the sea and its maritime history.

The specimen offered here has been certified by NGC with a grade of MS68 – a sign of near-perfect minting quality and exceptional preservation. This issue is only 1 of 5 issues with this grading and to date none has been certified better, which makes this coin the top pop.

With an official circulation of only 16,000 copies, this issue is one of Malta’s rare state gold coins – an important collector’s item with historical character.

Technical data:

• Country of issue: Malta

• Year of birth: 1972

• Face value: 50 pounds (lire)

• Material: Gold (.917 Au)

• Weight: 30.05 g

• Net weight: approx. 27.6 g

• Diameter: 33 mm

• Minting quality: Uncirculated (BU)

• Certification: NGC MS68 – Top Pop. non higher (only 1 of 5 issues with this grading)

• Edition: 16,000 copies worldwide

Motif description:

• Front:
  Coat of arms of Malta with the inscription MALTA .

• Back:
  Depiction of the statue of Neptune, flanked by the year 1972 and the face value £M 50.

This gold coin combines historical significance, rare origin and the highest numismatic quality – an exclusive collector’s item from one of the most unusual minting contexts of modern times.