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⅛ Ducato - Alvise Pisani Trial strike ND
| Silver (.8264) | 2.92 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Alvise Pisani (1735-1741) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 1735-1737 |
| Value | ⅛ Ducato = 15½ Soldi (31⁄40) |
| Currency | Lira (1618-1752) |
| Composition | Silver (.8264) |
| Weight | 2.92 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#113905 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion of St. Mark striding to left, facing forward, castle at left, rose between 2 rosettes in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: OCT·DVCAT·VENET.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern ⅛ Ducato - Alvise Pisani (Trial strike) ND (1735-1737) from Republic of Venice (Italian States) is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Republic of Venice. The coin was issued during the reign of Alvise Pisani, who was the Doge of Venice from 1735 to 1740. During his reign, the Republic of Venice was facing economic challenges, including a significant decrease in trade and a devaluation of the Venetian currency. Despite these challenges, the Pisani administration made efforts to stabilize the economy and restore the value of the Venetian currency, which is reflected in the minting of this coin.
