Malta 2013 The Self-Government Constitution of 1921
The Self-Government
Constitution of 1921
On 30 April 1921, hundreds
of Maltese congregated in Valletta to witness the proceedings connected with
the promulgation of the new Constitution, which granted the Maltese responsible
government. It seemed that, after 120 years of British rule, Maltese
aspirations for autonomy in local affairs were fulfilled. The Constitution
established a diarchy through which an elected Maltese Government was responsible
for local affairs, while the Imperial Government was responsible for 'reserved
matters' which included defence and foreign policy. Elections were held in
October 1921 and the first Maltese Parliament was inaugurated by Edward, Prince
of Wales, on 1 November 1921.
The design shows a map of the Maltese islands
and a representation of the population. At the bottom of the design, the year
‘2013’. At the top, in semi-circle, the words ‘MALTA - Self-government 1921’.
The coin’s outer ring bears the 12 stars of the European Union.
Weight - 8.5 g.
Quality - UNC (Uncirculated)
Diameter - 25.75 mm.
Composition - Bimetallic - nickel brass clad
nickel center in copper-nickel ring
Circulation - 500'000 pcs.
Country of origin - Malta
Year of release - 2013
