© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
1 Ducatone - Paolo Renier ND
1779 year| Silver (.948) | 28.103 g | 44 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Paolo Renier (1779-1789) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1779 |
| Value | 1 Ducatone = 1 Tallero = 124 Soldi (31⁄5) |
| Currency | Lira (1752-1797) |
| Composition | Silver (.948) |
| Weight | 28.103 g |
| Diameter | 44 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#113090 |
|---|---|
| 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 · VIRGO
124
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducatone coin from the Republic of Venice features an image of the Doge of Venice, Paolo Renier, on one side, and the Venetian coat of arms on the other. The coat of arms includes the Lion of St. Mark, which is a symbol of Venice and represents the city's connection to the Bible and its role as a major trading power in the Mediterranean.
