1 Bagattino - Andrea Vendramin ND
| Billon | 0.21 g | 10 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Andrea Vendramin (1476-1478) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1476-1478 |
| Value | 1 Bagattino (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Lira (1471-1618) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.21 g |
| Diameter | 10 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#116548 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion inside a circle.
Lettering: ✠ • S • M • VENETI
Comment
Reference:Papadopoli 16.
Interesting fact
The 1 Bagattino coin was used as a form of payment for goods and services in the Republic of Venice during the 15th century. It was made of Billon, a type of alloy that consists of a mixture of metals, and weighed only 0.21 grams, making it a very small and lightweight coin. Despite its small size, the 1 Bagattino coin played an important role in the economy of the Republic of Venice, and it remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.