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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
1 Osella - Alvise Contarini
1679 year| Silver | 9.69 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Alvise Contarini (1676-1683) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1679 |
| Value | 1 Osella = 78 Soldi (3.9) |
| Currency | Lira (1618-1752) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.69 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#120965 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
6-line inscription, date in legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+SALVS·AN·1679·ET·AB·VRBE·CONDITA·1262
ALOYSII
CONTARENO
PRINCIPIS
MVNVS
ANNO
IIII
Interesting fact
The 1 Osella - Alvise Contarini 1679 coin features an image of the Doge of Venice, Alvise Contarini, on one side, and the coat of arms of the Contarini family on the other. The Contarini family was a prominent noble family in Venice, and Alvise Contarini served as the Doge of Venice from 1676 until his death in 1684. The coin was minted during his reign and is a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists.
