¼ Zecchino - Carlo Ruzzini ND (1732-1735) front ¼ Zecchino - Carlo Ruzzini ND (1732-1735) back
¼ Zecchino - Carlo Ruzzini ND (1732-1735) photo
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¼ Zecchino - Carlo Ruzzini ND

 
Gold (.999) 0.873 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Carlo Ruzzini (1732-1735)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1732-1735
Value
¼ Zecchino (5)
Currency
Lira (1618-1752)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
0.873 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#110214
Rarity index
97%

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 ¼ Zecchino - Carlo Ruzzini ND (1732-1735) coin from Republic of Venice (Italian States) is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the region. The Republic of Venice was a powerful and influential state in Europe during the 18th century, and the minting of this coin reflects the growing importance of trade and commerce in the region. The use of gold in the coin's production also speaks to the value and wealth of the Republic at the time.