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1 Osella - Carlo Ruzzini
1733 year| Silver | 9.8 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Carlo Ruzzini (1732-1735) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1733 |
| Value | 1 Osella = 79 Soldi (3.9) |
| Currency | Lira (1618-1752) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.8 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#130988 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mortuary urn containing bones of St. Pietro Orseolo (Doge, 976-78), surmounted by ducal cap, dove of Holy Spirit surrounded by rays above, date in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
OSSIBVS RECEPTIS DIV·PETR·VRSEOLI·
·1733·
Interesting fact
The 1 Osella - Carlo Ruzzini 1733 coin was minted during the reign of Doge Carlo Ruzzini, who was the ruler of Venice from 1732 to 1740. The coin features an image of the Doge on one side and the Lion of St. Mark on the other, which was a common design element for coins minted during this time period in Venice. Despite being a non-circulating coin, it is still considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists today.
