Final answer:
The Maltese 1- & 2-Euro coins depict an eight-pointed cross, which is a symbol of the nation's identity and history.
Step-by-step explanation:
The symbol depicted on Malta's 1- & 2-Euro coins is an eight-pointed cross, which is known as the Maltese cross. This symbol is strongly associated with the island nation of Malta and represents its historical and cultural identity. Among the choices provided, which were the Star of Bethlehem, cross, anchor, and sun, the correct answer is b) Cross. The Maltese cross has been a national symbol since the time of the Knights Hospitaller, also known as the Knights of Malta, who ruled the islands from the 16th to 18th centuries.