1 Grosso - Giovanni Gradenigo ND (1355-1356) front 1 Grosso - Giovanni Gradenigo ND (1355-1356) back
1 Grosso - Giovanni Gradenigo ND (1355-1356) photo
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1 Grosso - Giovanni Gradenigo ND

 
Silver 2.178 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Giovanni Gradenigo (1355-1356)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1355-1356
Value
1 Grosso = 32 Denari (2⁄15)
Currency
Lira (1156-1471)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.178 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#114222
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Facing figure of Nimbate Jesus Christ Pantocrator, enthroned, IC XC field to the left and right.

Lettering: IC - XC

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Grosso - Giovanni Gradenigo ND (1355-1356) coin from Republic of Venice (Italian States) is that it features a unique design element - a small kneeling figure of the Doge, or ruler, of Venice, on the reverse side of the coin. This kneeling figure is a symbol of the Doge's humility and devotion to the Virgin Mary, who is depicted on the obverse side of the coin. This design element is not found on many other coins of the time period, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.