1 Osella - Domenico Contarini ND (1672) front 1 Osella - Domenico Contarini ND (1672) back
1 Osella - Domenico Contarini ND (1672) photo
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1 Osella - Domenico Contarini ND

1672 year
Silver 9.41 g 35.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Domenico II Contarini (1659-1674)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1672
Value
1 Osella = 78 Soldi (3.9)
Currency
Lira (1618-1752)
Composition
Silver
Weight
9.41 g
Diameter
35.2 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#121109
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned allegorical figure of Justice seated between 2 recumbent lions, holding sword and scales, olive branch at left, ANNO / XIIII in exergue in 2 lines.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
OPVS IVSTITIÆ PAX
ANNO
·XIIII·

Interesting fact

The 1 Osella - Domenico Contarini ND (1672) coin from the Republic of Venice (Italian States) is interesting because it features a unique design, with the Doge of Venice, Domenico Contarini, depicted on one side and the Lion of St. Mark on the other. This coin was not meant for circulation but was instead given as a gift or reward for certain individuals or organizations. Additionally, the coin's silver content and relatively low weight make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.