© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
1 Denaro - Agostino Barbarigo for Verona and Vicenza ND
| Billon | 0.45 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Agostino Barbarigo (1486-1501) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1486-1501 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.45 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#116867 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of St. Marcus.
Lettering: . S • M • VENETI
Comment
Known Variations:V – O (moneyer Vincenzo Orio)
the main photo of the article.
Sold by Numismatica Ars Classica, Auction #108, 23-24 May 2018, Lot #301. 300.00 EUR.
P – B (moneyer Polo Benedetto)
© Image courtesy of Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Sold by Numismatica Ars Classica, Auction #108, 23-24 May 2018, Lot #300. 225.00 EUR
Reference:
Papadopoli 55.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Agostino Barbarigo, a prominent Venetian statesman and military leader, on one side, while the other side bears the coat of arms of the Republic of Venice. This coin was minted during Barbarigo's tenure as the Captain General of the Venetian army, and it is believed that he played a significant role in the design and production of the coin. This coin is a rare and valuable example of early Renaissance numismatics and is highly sought after by collectors.