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1 Grosso - Lorenzo Tiepolo ND
| Silver (.965) | 1.98 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Lorenzo Tiepolo (1268-1275) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1268-1275 |
| Value | 1 Grosso = 26 Denari (13⁄120) |
| Currency | Lira (1156-1471) |
| Composition | Silver (.965) |
| Weight | 1.98 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#102750 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Christ enthroned, holding the Book of the Gospels, with IC XC to the sides.
Comment
21 varieties known. Weight can vary between 1.94 and 2.18 grams. Diameter 20-21 mm.Contemporary imitations produced in the Balkans exist. This coin was also named Matapan.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Grosso coin from the Republic of Venice is that it features an image of Lorenzo Tiepolo, who was the Doge of Venice from 1268 to 1275. The coin was minted during his reign and bears his name and title on the obverse side, while the reverse side features the symbol of Venice, the Lion of St. Mark. This coin is a rare and valuable example of medieval numismatics and is highly sought after by collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1268-1275) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Grosso - Lorenzo Tiepolo ND (1268-1275) coin.
