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1 Osella - Alvise Mocenigo II ND
1704 year| Gold | 14.13 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Alvise II Mocenigo (1700-1709) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1704 |
| Value | 1 Osella = 4 Zecchini (80) |
| Currency | Lira (1618-1752) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 14.13 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#121408 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Rose bush at lower left, crescent moon in starry sky at upper right, ANN. V in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MAGIS REDOLET LVNA SERENA
·ANN·V
Interesting fact
The 1 Osella - Alvise Mocenigo II ND (1704) coin from the Republic of Venice (Italian States) is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Alvise Mocenigo II, who was the Doge of Venice from 1700 to 1709. During his reign, Venice was facing significant challenges, including the decline of its traditional trading empire and the rise of new European powers. Despite these challenges, the Republic of Venice continued to mint coins like the 1 Osella, which were used for ceremonial purposes and as a symbol of the city's wealth and power.
