© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
1 Ducato - Paolo Renier ND
| Silver (.826) | 22.85 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Paolo Renier (1779-1789) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1779-1789 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (1 Ducato) (31⁄5) |
| Currency | Lira (1752-1797) |
| Composition | Silver (.826) |
| Weight | 22.85 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#66317 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Lion of St. Mark striding to left, head facing forward, left paw resting on open book, above which is a castle on a hill
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVCATVS·VENETVS·
Engraver: Rizzardo Balbi
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducato coin from the Republic of Venice, minted during Paolo Renier's tenure (1779-1789), features an intricate design on its reverse side, including a detailed depiction of the Lion of St. Mark, the patron saint of Venice, and the Doge's Palace, the seat of the Venetian government.
