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3rd series - Centaurea, Malta's national flower

1974

3rd series - Centaurea, Malta's national flower

Centaurea

The Centaurea is known in Maltese as Widnet il-Baħar. It is endemic to Malta and is considered to be a highly endangered species. It grows to a height of about 70cm and produces light purple flowers in  May, June and July. The Centaurea is normally found on the southern cliffs of Malta, but is also present in cliff areas of Gozo. 

Type

Denomination

Diameter (mm)

Gross Weight (g)

Finesse

Designer

Mint

Mintage

Gold

Lm10

19

3

0.916

Pietro Giampaoli

Malta Mint