1 Grosso - Pasquale Malipiero ND (1457-1462) front 1 Grosso - Pasquale Malipiero ND (1457-1462) back
1 Grosso - Pasquale Malipiero ND (1457-1462) photo
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1 Grosso - Pasquale Malipiero ND

 
Silver 1.4 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Pasquale Malipiero (1457-1462)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1457-1462
Value
1 Grosso = 4 Soldini (⅕)
Currency
Lira (1156-1471)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.4 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#115402
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

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

Lettering: ✠ • TIBI • LAVS • ET • GLORIA •

Comment

Mintmaster initials: AT, DL, FM, PZ, ST, ZP.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Grosso - Pasquale Malipiero ND (1457-1462) coin from Republic of Venice (Italian States) is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. The coin's reverse depicts the Doge of Venice, Pasquale Malipiero, kneeling before the Lion of St. Mark, which is a symbol of Venice and its connection to the Byzantine Empire. This design was used during Malipiero's reign as Doge, which lasted from 1457 to 1462, and it represents the political and cultural influence of Venice during that time.