¼ Thaler - Paolo Renier 1780-1786 front ¼ Thaler - Paolo Renier 1780-1786 back
¼ Thaler - Paolo Renier 1780-1786 photo
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¼ Thaler - Paolo Renier

 
Silver (.835) 7.14 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Paolo Renier (1779-1789)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1780-1786
Value
¼ Tallero (7⁄4)
Currency
Lira (1752-1797)
Composition
Silver (.835)
Weight
7.14 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#105355
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:
PAULO RAINERIO DUCE
1781

Interesting fact

The ¼ Thaler coin from the Republic of Venice, minted between 1780 and 1786, features an interesting design element - a small image of a lion on the reverse side, which symbolizes the power and strength of the Venetian Republic.