¼ Scudo "della croce" - Francesco Erizzo ND (1631-1644) front ¼ Scudo "della croce" - Francesco Erizzo ND (1631-1644) back
¼ Scudo "della croce" - Francesco Erizzo ND (1631-1644) photo

¼ Scudo "della croce" - Francesco Erizzo ND

 
Silver 7.9 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Francesco Erizzo (1631-1646)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1631-1644
Value
¼ Scudo = 35 Soldi (7⁄4)
Currency
Lira (1618-1752)
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.9 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#316007
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Large ornate shield with facing Lion of St. Mark, value '35' in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SANCTVS·MARC·VENET
35

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Scudo "della croce" coin is that it features a unique design element - a small cross located on the reverse side of the coin, which is not typically found on other coins from the Republic of Venice. This cross is believed to have been added to the design as a symbol of the Venetian Republic's connection to the Catholic Church.