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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
½ Scudo - Giovanni Bembo ND
| Silver (.948) | 15.914 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Giovanni Bembo (1615-1618) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1615-1618 |
| Value | ½ Scudo (4) |
| Currency | Lira (1471-1618) |
| Composition | Silver (.948) |
| Weight | 15.914 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#130941 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Facing Lion of St. Mark in large ornate shield, value '70' in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·SANCTVS·MARCVS·VENET·
·70·
Interesting fact
The ½ Scudo coin features an image of Saint Mark, the patron saint of Venice, on one side, and a depiction of the Doge of Venice, Giovanni Bembo, on the other. The coin was minted during Bembo's reign from 1615 to 1618.
