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1 Osella - Alvise Mocenigo III
1725 year| Gold | 14.16 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Alvise III Sebastiano Mocenigo (1722-1732) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1725 |
| Value | 1 Osella = 4 Zecchinio (80) |
| Currency | Lira (1618-1752) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 14.16 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#116872 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned female allegorical figure of Venezia seated on throne rising from sea, Lion of St. Mark crouched at feet, 5 ships sailing in middle and far distance, date in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FLVMINIVS IMPETUS LÆTIFICAT CIVITATEM
1725
Comment
Issued to commemorate the hydraulics works undertaken that year on major rivers in the Venetian territories.References:
Montenegro 1334;
Gamberini 1369;
Werdnig 206.
Interesting fact
The 1 Osella - Alvise Mocenigo III 1725 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 III, who was the Doge of Venice from 1722 to 1732. This was a period of significant trade and commerce for the Republic of Venice, and the coin reflects the wealth and prosperity of the region at that time. Additionally, the fact that it is made of gold and weighs 14.16 grams makes it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists today.
