Vintage Maltese Cross Brooch Pin. Black Painted Brass Pin With White Painted Ball Center. 2 1/4" X 2 1/4" With C Clasp. Very Nice Vintage Condition Structurally But Showing Paint Wear. The Maltese cross, also known as the Amalfi cross,[1] is identified as the symbol of an order of Christian warriors known as the Knights Hospitaller or Knights of Malta and through them came to be identified with the Mediterranean island of Malta and is one of the National symbols of Malta. The Maltese cross was depicted on the two mils coin in the old Maltese currency, and is now shown on the back of the one and two Euro coins, introduced in January 2008.[2] Offers Welcomed I will consider shipping worldwide. Please email w/?'s. Shipping may be less the closer you are to WA State and refunds are issued for overpayment. Thank you for looking Please email w/?'s or for more photos. I try to describe all items completely but I will answer any questions by email or IM. Please note that unless otherwise specified, all items are sold "As Is" without warranty but I do promise to try to reconcile any problems you may have with items purchased. I greatly appreciate your business, if you have any problems with your purchase, Please notify me. I estimate fixed shipping rates to the other side of the country from me and may adjust shipping for local buyers. I will also gladly combine shipping costs on multiple orders. Thank you for looking! Pacesetter Collectibles Vintage Jewelry Everything But The Ordinary at PacesetterEsales .com