1 Osella - Carlo Contarini ND (1655) front 1 Osella - Carlo Contarini ND (1655) back
1 Osella - Carlo Contarini ND (1655) photo
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1 Osella - Carlo Contarini ND

1655 year
Silver 9.66 g 36.1 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Carlo Contarini (1655-1656)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1655
Value
1 Osella = 78 Soldi (3.9)
Currency
Lira (1618-1752)
Composition
Silver
Weight
9.66 g
Diameter
36.1 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#121259
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Large sunflower in circle, ANNO / I in exergue in 2 lines.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
OCVLI MEI SEMPER AD DOMINVM·
ANNO
·I·

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Osella - Carlo Contarini ND (1655) 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 Carlo Contarini on the other. This coin was minted during Contarini's reign as the Doge of Venice, which lasted from 1655 to 1656. The coin's design was meant to signify the power and influence of the Venetian Republic during that time.