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Ever seen a Maltese two shillings? This 102-year-old bank note will blow you away
It was later corrected to one shiling.

Caroline Curmi

Younger generations have grown accustomed to the Euro, but most locals still remember the Maltese Lira in use. Older generations may even recall earlier variations of it, including the mills coins, used to split cents into smaller units. However, it is highly improbable that anyone living today remembers the British currency used in Malta in the early 20th century.

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A picture of banknote for two shillings, the equivalent of 12 cents, has recently been shared to Instagram. The Maltese banknote dates back to 1918 and was later corrected to read one shilling. "What a beauty it is!" reads the caption.

We totally agree!


Caroline Curmi
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Caroline Curmi
When she’s not having a quarter-life crisis, Caroline is either drawing in a café, frittering her salary on sushi or swearing at traffic in full-on Gozitan. There is also the occasional daytime drink somewhere in the equation. Or two. A creative must be allowed at least one vice.

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