[1][2] The stamps had been designed to commemorate the Malta's new status as a self-governing colony following a new constitution in 1921, and Melita is depicted as a robed helmeted figure holding a rudder, representing Malta as being in control of her own destiny.

[1] The Melita Gold bullion coins exist in the denominations of €10, €25, €50 and €100, and they are legal tender in Malta.

They are intended both for investors and for coin collectors, and they are sold according to the international gold price.

[4] They are issued in sealed cards, and each coin has a unique profile which allows it to be authenticated using PAMP S.A.'s security system.

The initial issue of 2018 was limited,[5] and later coins were minted according to demand, so the number struck each year varies.