1 Liretta - Nicolò Sagredo ND (1675-1676) front 1 Liretta - Nicolò Sagredo ND (1675-1676) back
1 Liretta - Nicolò Sagredo ND (1675-1676) photo
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1 Liretta - Nicolò Sagredo ND

 
Silver (.8264) 3.10 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Nicolò Sagredo (1674-1676)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1675-1676
Value
1 Lira = 20 Soldi
Currency
Lira (1618-1752)
Composition
Silver (.8264)
Weight
3.10 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#121274
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Full-length crowned facing figure of Justice, holding sword and scales, lion's head at lower right, mintmaster's initials in exergue, where present.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
IVSTITIAM·DILIGITE
P·L

Interesting fact

The 1 Liretta coin was used as a means of payment for the first time in the Republic of Venice in 1675, and it remained in circulation until 1676. It was made of silver with a purity level of .8264 and weighed 3.10 grams. Despite its relatively small size and value, this coin played an important role in the economy of the Republic of Venice during its time.