½ Ducato - Leonardo Loredan ND
| Gold | 1.75 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Leonardo Loredan (1501-1521) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1501-1521 |
| Value | ½ Ducato = ½ Zecchino = 62 Soldi (3.1) |
| Currency | Lira (1471-1618) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.75 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#117768 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Full-length facing figure of Christ in beaded ellipse lined with stars.
Lettering: . EGO • SVM • LVX • MVNDI •
Interesting fact
The ½ Ducato coin was minted during the reign of Leonardo Loredan, who was the Doge of Venice from 1501 to 1521. The coin features an image of the Doge on one side and the Lion of St. Mark on the other, which was a common design element for coins minted during this time period in Venice. The coin was made of gold and weighed 1.75 grams, making it a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item today.
