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© Stacks Bowers
1 Osella - Alvise Mocenigo IV
1777 year| Silver | 9.6 g | 33.5 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Alvise Giovanni Mocenigo (1763-1779) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1777 |
| Value | 1 Osella = 78 Soldi (3.9) |
| Currency | Lira (1752-1797) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.6 g |
| Diameter | 33.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#121278 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
6-line inscription with year, date and mintmaster's initials, all in laurel wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ALOYSII
MOCENICI
PRINCIPIS
MUNUS·AN:XV
1777
·V·S:
Interesting fact
The 1 Osella - Alvise Mocenigo IV 1777 coin from the Republic of Venice (Italian States) is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Alvise Mocenigo IV, who was the Doge of Venice from 1763 to 1778. During his reign, the Venetian economy was facing significant challenges, including inflation and a decline in trade. Despite these challenges, the minting of this coin suggests that there was still a demand for luxury goods and a desire to showcase the wealth and power of the Venetian Republic. Additionally, the fact that the coin is made of silver and weighs 9.6 grams suggests that it was intended to be a high-value coin, further highlighting the wealth and prestige of the Republic.
