½ Quattrino - Francesco Foscari (for Ravenna) ND (1423-1457) front ½ Quattrino - Francesco Foscari (for Ravenna) ND (1423-1457) back
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½ Quattrino - Francesco Foscari for Ravenna ND

 
Billon 0.38 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Francesco Foscari (1423-1457)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1423-1457
Value
½ Quattrino = 1 Piccolo = 2 Denari (1⁄120)
Currency
Ravenna - Lira (1440-1509)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.38 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#115391
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Lion.

Lettering: ✠ • S • MARCVS • VENETI •

Comment

Reference:

Papadopoli 15.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Francesco Foscari, who was the Doge of Venice from 1423 to 1457. The coin features an image of Foscari on one side and the symbol of the Republic of Venice on the other. This coin was used as a means of payment in the Republic of Venice and its territories, and it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item today.