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¼ Zecchino - Lodovico Manin ND
Gold (.999) | 0.873 g | 16 mm |
Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
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Doge | Ludovico Manin (1789-1797) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1789-1797 |
Value | ¼ Zecchino (5) |
Currency | Lira (1752-1797) |
Composition | Gold (.999) |
Weight | 0.873 g |
Diameter | 16 mm |
Shape | Round |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#110309 |
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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 - Lodovico Manin ND (1789-1797) coin from Republic of Venice (Italian States) is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in the region. The Republic of Venice was facing significant challenges, including the rise of neighboring powers and the impact of the French Revolution, which led to the fall of the Venetian Republic in 1797. Despite these challenges, the 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.