© Numismatica Ranieri
© Numismatica Ranieri
1 Ducato - Giovanni Soranzo ND
| Gold | 3.52 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Giovanni Soranzo (1312-1328) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1312-1328 |
| Value | Ducato = Zecchino = 18 Grossi = 2 Lire 8 Soldi (2.4) |
| Currency | Lira (1156-1471) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.52 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#114098 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Full-length facing figure of Christ in beaded ellipse lined with stars.
Lettering: . SIT • T • XPE • DAT' • Q • TV / REGIS • ISTE • DVCAT •
Comment
References:Montenegro 58;
Paolucci 1;
Gamberini 66.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducato - Giovanni Soranzo ND (1312-1328) coin from Republic of Venice (Italian States) is that it features a unique design element - a small kneeling figure of Jesus Christ on the reverse side, which was a distinctive feature of Venetian coins during that time period.
