Depicts the coat of arms, surrounded by the new name of the Republic of Malta above and the date below.

The coat of arms was adopted on 11 July 1975, seven months after Malta became a republic. It featured a coastal scene with a rising sun, a traditional Maltese boat (Luzzu), a shovel and pitchfork, and an Opuntia cactus. The emblem sparked controversy due to its non-heraldic nature, and it was replaced shortly after the Nationalist Party's victory in the 1987 election. While there were suggestions to reinstate the 1964 coat of arms, a simplified version of it was ultimately adopted.

Depicts the main gate of Fort Manoel, dividing the denomination by the symbol of the pound and the year of issue positioned at the bottom.

The main gate of Fort Manoel, situated on Manoel Island in Malta, is a striking example of Baroque military architecture designed by Charles François de Mondion in the early 18th century. Positioned on the seaward curtain wall between St. Helen and St. Anthony Bastions, the gate is protected by a lunette known as the Couvre Porte. This entrance features a vaulted archway, characteristic of the period's design. In a meticulous restoration effort, the original drawbridge was reconstructed using iroko wood and steel, faithfully replicating the early 19th-century model based on historical evidence and expert guidance. The gate not only served a defensive purpose but also symbolized the fort's grandeur and the strategic importance of Fort Manoel in safeguarding Marsamxett Harbour.

Designer: Pietro Giampaoli