Obverse: the obverse of the coin features the coat of arms of Malta. At the top is the inscription MALTA, and at the bottom – the year of issue 1993.
Reverse: the reverse depicts three ships from the Battle of Lepanto. The Battle of Lepanto became a symbol of the defense of Christian Europe, inspiring many generations of Christians. Around the coin is the inscription 430 YEARS IN DEFENCE OF CHRISTIAN EUROPE, and at the bottom is the denomination Lm 5 - ecu10.
About the coin: this silver coin was issued to commemorate the 430th anniversary of the defense of Christian Europe.
