Malta • MTL (Lm) • 1972 • KM# 6
Malta 3 Mils (1972) Specifications
Inspect official mint specifications, exact weight in grams, millimeter dimensions, obverse and reverse designs, and standard roll weights for the Malta 3 Mils (1972) coin.
Numismatic Examination
Coin ID #29 • KM# 6
Obverse, Reverse & Technical Registry
Visual Reference
Coin Imagery & Motifs
Obverse (Front)
Reverse (Back)
Obverse Design & Legend
Maltese honeybee on a honeycomb / MALTA / 1972
Reverse Design & Denomination
3 MILS / Ornamental floral wreath around the denomination
Numismatic Notes & Remarks
Designed by British medallist Christopher Ironside for Malta's 1972 decimalization, this distinctive scalloped aluminium 3 Mils coin celebrates the endemic Maltese honeybee.
Physical & Metallurgical Data
Official Mint Specifications
Issuing Country
Malta →
Face Value / Denomination
3 Mils
Historical Currency
Maltese Lira (Lm • MTL)
Minting Year
1972
Krause Catalog (KM#)
KM# 6
Weight (Grams / Troy oz)
1.45 g (0.0466 oz t)
Test Mass
Diameter
23.25 mm
Fit Capsule
Thickness
1.61 mm
Planchet Shape
Scalloped
Edge Type
Smooth
Material / Composition
Aluminium
Surface Color / Tone
Silver
Engraver / Designer
Christopher Ironside
Recorded National Mints
The Royal Mint (Llantrisant)
Total Pieces Minted
2,500,000
Grade ROI
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