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¼ Zecchino - Pietro Loredano ND
| Gold (.999) | 0.873 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Pietro Loredan (1567-1570) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1567-1570 |
| Value | ¼ Zecchino (2.15) |
| Currency | Lira (1471-1618) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 0.873 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#110187 |
|---|---|
| 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 - Pietro Loredano ND (1567-1570) coin from Republic of Venice (Italian States) is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. The coin's reverse depicts the Lion of St. Mark, a symbol of Venice, standing on a column and holding a book, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. This design was a common motif on coins issued by the Republic of Venice during this time period, and it represents the city's rich history and cultural heritage.
