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½ Zecchino - Alvise Mocenigo IV ND
| Gold (.999) | 1.747 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Alvise Giovanni Mocenigo (1763-1779) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1763-1778 |
| Value | ½ Zecchino (10) |
| Currency | Lira (1752-1797) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 1.747 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#110307 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Full-length facing figure of Christ in beaded ellipse lined with stars.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ·EGO·SVM. ·LVX·MVN·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Zecchino - Alvise Mocenigo IV ND (1763-1778) coin from Republic of Venice (Italian States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Venice. The coin was issued during the reign of Alvise Mocenigo IV, who was the last Doge of Venice before the fall of the Republic. The coin's mintage was a response to the economic challenges faced by Venice at the time, as the city-state struggled to maintain its power and influence in the face of growing competition from other European powers. Despite these challenges, the ½ Zecchino coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item, with its gold content and historical significance making it a unique piece of numismatic history.
