© Numismatica Ranieri
© Numismatica Ranieri
1 Osella - Francesco Loredan
1759 year| Gold | 10.40 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Francesco Loredan (1752-1762) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1759 |
| Value | 1 Osella = 3 Zecchini (60) |
| Currency | Lira (1752-1797) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 10.40 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#120991 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Large rose bush with 5 blooms in ornate vase, Roman numeral date in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROSA. SVPER. RI VOS. AQVARVM
MDCCLIX
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Osella - Francesco Loredan 1759 coin from the Republic of Venice (Italian States) is that it features a unique design that showcases the influence of Byzantine art on Venetian culture. The coin's obverse side depicts a portrait of Doge Francesco Loredan, while the reverse side features an image of the Virgin Mary and the Christ child, surrounded by intricate ornamentation and geometric patterns that are characteristic of Byzantine art. This blend of Eastern and Western artistic styles reflects the rich cultural heritage of the Republic of Venice and its position as a major trading power in the Mediterranean region.
