½ Denaro - Lorenzo Tiepolo ND
| Billon (.050 silver) | 0.41 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Lorenzo Tiepolo (1268-1275) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1268-1275 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Lira (1156-1471) |
| Composition | Billon (.050 silver) |
| Weight | 0.41 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#113389 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Bust of St. Marcus.
Lettering: + • S • MARCVS • V • N •
Comment
References:Paolucci 3;
Montenegro 35;
Gamberini 38;
Papadopoli 3.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Denaro coin from the Republic of Venice is that it features an image of Lorenzo Tiepolo, who was the Doge of Venice from 1268 to 1275. The coin was made of Billon, a type of alloy that contains .050 silver, and weighs 0.41 grams.