½ Soldo - Alvise Contarini ND
| Billon | 1.02 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Alvise Contarini (1676-1683) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1676-1684 |
| Value | ½ Soldo (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Lira (1618-1752) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.02 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#226283 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Full standing facing figure os Christ within beaded inner circle, book in left hand.
Lettering: DEFENS· ·NOSTER
Interesting fact
The ½ Soldo coin from the Republic of Venice features an image of Alvise Contarini, the Doge of Venice from 1676 to 1684, on one side, and the Venetian coat of arms on the other.
