1 Osella - Alvise Mocenigo IV 1763 front 1 Osella - Alvise Mocenigo IV 1763 back
1 Osella - Alvise Mocenigo IV 1763 photo
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1 Osella - Alvise Mocenigo IV

1763 year
Gold 20.92 g 34 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Alvise Giovanni Mocenigo (1763-1779)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1763
Value
1 Osella d'oro = 6 Zecchini (132)
Currency
Lira (1752-1797)
Composition
Gold
Weight
20.92 g
Diameter
34 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#116879
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Lettering with two laurel branches tied to the underside, and topped by the ducal horn.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ALOYSII
MOCENICO
PRINC:VENE:
MUNUS ANII
MDCCLXIII
·A:  :B·

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Osella - Alvise Mocenigo IV 1763 coin from Republic of Venice (Italian States) is that it features a unique design, showcasing the Lion of St. Mark, the symbol of Venice, on one side, and the Doge Alvise Mocenigo IV on the other. This coin was minted to commemorate the election of Doge Alvise Mocenigo IV in 1763 and was not meant for circulation, making it a rare and valuable collector's item.