Malta, 1974 AD., Republic, Notre Dame Gate commemorative, 4 Liri, KM 25.

Malta, Republic, Notre Dame Gate non circulating commemorative issue, 1974 AD.,
4 Liri (Maltese Pounds) (38 mm / 20,03 g), 0.9870 silver, 20,00 g. theor. mint weight, mintage 24.000 , axis medal alignment ↑↑ (0°), reeded edge,
Obv.: MALTA , 4th Coat of arms (21.IX.1964-11.VII.1975) crowned Maltese arms with supporters, motto "VIRTVTE ET CONSTANTIA" on ribbon (translated: Valour and Firmness), legend below.
Rev.: 1974 - ₤M 4 , Cottonera Gate, date and value flanking.
KM 25 .

Year / Mint Mark / Mintage
1974 / 24.000

The Cottonera Gate, also known as Notre Dame Gate was built in 1675 by Grand Master Fra Nicola Cottoner as the principal gate into Cottonera - 9km of continuous fortified trace that encircles the three cities. Notre Dame Gate, the main gate of the Cottonera Lines, is located in Birgu. Built in 1675 in the Baroque style, currently used as the headquarters of the heritage organization Fondazzjoni Wirt Artna.