1 Denaro - Lorenzo Tiepolo ND (1268-1275) front 1 Denaro - Lorenzo Tiepolo ND (1268-1275) back
1 Denaro - Lorenzo Tiepolo ND (1268-1275) photo
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1 Denaro - Lorenzo Tiepolo ND

 
Billon (.250 silver) 0.23 g 13 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Lorenzo Tiepolo (1268-1275)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1268-1275
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Lira (1156-1471)
Composition
Billon (.250 silver)
Weight
0.23 g
Diameter
13 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#113388
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Cross inside a circle.

Lettering: + • S • MARCVS •

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Denaro coin from the Republic of Venice is that it features an image of Lorenzo Tiepolo, who was the Doge of Venice from 1268 to 1275. The coin was made of Billon, which is an alloy of silver and other metals, and it weighs 0.23 grams.