© Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctioneers
© Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctioneers
1 Osella - Francesco Loredan
1759 year| Gold | 13.68 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Francesco Loredan (1752-1762) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1759 |
| Value | 1 Osella = 4 Zecchini (80) |
| Currency | Lira (1752-1797) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 13.68 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#116875 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Large rose bush with 5 blooms in ornate vase, Roman numeral date in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROSA. SVPER. RI - VOS. AQVARVM.
Comment
Issued to commemorate the gift of a gold rose made by the newly elected Pope Clement XIII to Venice.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Osella - Francesco Loredan 1759 coin from Republic of Venice (Italian States) is that it features a unique design that showcases the portrait of Doge Francesco Loredan, who was the ruler of Venice at the time the coin was minted. The coin's design also includes the symbol of the Venetian Republic, the Lion of St. Mark, which adds to its historical and cultural significance.
