1 Osella - Alvise Contarini 1682 front 1 Osella - Alvise Contarini 1682 back
1 Osella - Alvise Contarini 1682 photo
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1 Osella - Alvise Contarini

1682 year
Gold 13.91 g 36.8 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Alvise Contarini (1676-1683)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1682
Value
1 Osella = 4 Zecchini (80)
Currency
Lira (1618-1752)
Composition
Gold
Weight
13.91 g
Diameter
36.8 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#120958
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

6-line inscription, date in legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
+SALVS·AN·1682·ET·AB·VRBE·CONDITA·1262
ALOYSII
CONTARENO
PRINCIPIS
MVNVS
ANNO
VII

Interesting fact

The 1 Osella - Alvise Contarini 1682 coin from the Republic of Venice (Italian States) is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Venice. The coin was issued during the reign of Doge Alvise Contarini, who ruled from 1676 to 1684, a period marked by significant economic growth and trade expansion for the Republic. The coin's gold content and intricate design also reflect the wealth and artistic sophistication of Venice during this time.