½ Quattrino - Francesco Foscari for Ravenna ND
Billon | 0.38 g | 17 mm |
Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
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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 |
Numista | N#115391 |
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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.