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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
1 Ducatone - Carlo Ruzzini ND
| Silver (.948) | 27.21 g | 43 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Carlo Ruzzini (1732-1735) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1732-1733 |
| Value | 1 Ducatone (31⁄5) |
| Currency | Lira (1618-1752) |
| Composition | Silver (.948) |
| Weight | 27.21 g |
| Diameter | 43 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#121022 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Full-length facing figure of St. Justina, holding palm branch and book, in background, to either side, ship at sea and rocky island on horizon, value '124' in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MEMOR·ERO·TVI·IVSTINA·VIRG
·124·
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducatone coin was used as a means of payment for the Venetian Republic's military forces during the War of the Polish Succession in 1733. It was a valuable and reliable currency, and its use helped to finance the war efforts of the Venetian Republic.
