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½ Ducatone - Paolo Renier ND
1779 year| Silver (.984) | 13.91 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Paolo Renier (1779-1789) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1779 |
| Value | ½ Ducatone = 62 Soldi (31⁄10) |
| Currency | Lira (1752-1797) |
| Composition | Silver (.984) |
| Weight | 13.91 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#130523 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Full-length facing figure of St. Justina, holding palm branch and book, in background to each side, ship at sea and rocky island on horizon, value '62' in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MEMOR·ERO·TVI·IVSTINA·VIR·
62
Interesting fact
The ½ Ducatone coin from the Republic of Venice (Italian States) made of Silver (.984) weighing 13.91 g has an interesting fact that it was minted during the reign of Paolo Renier, who was the last Doge of Venice before the fall of the Republic in 1797. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of history that represents the rich cultural and economic heritage of the Venetian Republic.
