½ Denaro - Reniero Zeno ND
| Billon (.050 silver) | 0.35 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Reniero Zeno (1252-1268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1253-1268 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Lira (1156-1471) |
| Composition | Billon (.050 silver) |
| Weight | 0.35 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#113385 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of St. Marcus.
Lettering: + • S • MARCVS • V • N •
Comment
References:Paolucci 2;
Montenegro 31;
Gamberini 29;
Papadopoli 2.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Denaro coin from the Republic of Venice is that it features a unique design element - a small cross on the reverse side, which was added to the coin's design during Reniero Zeno's reign (1253-1268) to symbolize the city's connection to the Christian faith.