1 Carzia - Pietro Loredano ND (1567-1570) front 1 Carzia - Pietro Loredano ND (1567-1570) back
1 Carzia - Pietro Loredano ND (1567-1570) photo
© Münzenhandel Sebastian Sänn

1 Carzia - Pietro Loredano ND

 
Billon 0.45 g 15.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Venetian Cyprus (Cyprus)
Doge
Pietro Loredan (1567-1570)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1567-1570
Value
1 Carzia = 1⁄48 Bisante
Currency
Bisante (1489-1570)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.45 g
Diameter
15.0 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#127034
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Rampant lion of Cyprus faing left in a solid ring. Isncription around it.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ S • MARCVS • VENETVS

Interesting fact

The 1 Carzia coin from Venetian Cyprus (Cyprus) made of Billon weighing 0.45g was minted during the reign of Pietro Loredano, who was the Doge of Venice from 1567 to 1570. The coin features an image of the Doge on one side and the Venetian coat of arms on the other. It's interesting to note that the coin was made of Billon, which is an alloy of silver and copper, and was a common material used for coins during that time period.