1 Ducato - Silvestro Valier ND (1694-1699) front 1 Ducato - Silvestro Valier ND (1694-1699) back
1 Ducato - Silvestro Valier ND (1694-1699) photo
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1 Ducato - Silvestro Valier ND

 
Silver (.8264) 23.4 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Silvestro Valiero (1694-1700)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1694-1699
Value
1 Ducat (1 Ducato) (31⁄5)
Currency
Lira (1618-1752)
Composition
Silver (.8264)
Weight
23.4 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#113982
Rarity index
95%

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

Interesting fact

The 1 Ducato coin was used as a trade coin in the Mediterranean region and was widely accepted as a form of payment. Its silver content and weight made it a reliable and valuable currency for merchants and traders.