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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
¼ Ducato - Alvise Mocenigo II ND
| Silver (.8264) | 4.31 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Alvise II Mocenigo (1700-1709) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1700-1709 |
| Value | ¼ Ducato (31⁄20) |
| Currency | Lira (1618-1752) |
| Composition | Silver (.8264) |
| Weight | 4.31 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#130395 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lion of St. Mark striding to left, head facing forward, left paw resting on open book, above which is a castle on a hill.
Script: Latin
Lettering: QVAR·DVCAT·VENET
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Ducato - Alvise Mocenigo II ND (1700-1709) coin from Republic of Venice (Italian States) is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. The coin's reverse depicts the Doge of Venice, Alvise Mocenigo II, kneeling before the Lion of St. Mark, which is a symbol of Venice's patron saint. This design was used on many coins during Mocenigo's reign and has become a recognizable feature of Venetian coinage from this period.
