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½ Thaler - Lodovico Manin
| Silver (.835) | 14.28 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Ludovico Manin (1789-1797) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1789-1797 |
| Value | ½ Tallero = 3½ Lira (7⁄2) |
| Currency | Lira (1752-1797) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 14.28 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#86198 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nimbate Lion of St. Mark seated to right on pedestal with A on left edge, S on right edge, looking back to left, holding open book in forepaws, date in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ·LUDOVICO MANIN DUCE·
Interesting fact
The ½ Thaler coin from the Republic of Venice (Italian States) made of Silver (.835) weighing 14.28 g has an interesting fact that it was minted during the reign of Lodovico Manin, who was the last Doge of Venice before the fall of the Republic in 1797. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of history that represents the end of an era for the Venetian Republic.
