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1 Osella - Giovanni Corner II
1709 year| Gold | 13.8 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Giovanni II Cornaro (1709-1722) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1709 |
| Value | 1 Osella = 4 Zecchini (80) |
| Currency | Lira (1618-1752) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 13.8 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#130118 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
7-line inscription with year and Roman numeral dates within laurel and palm wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IOANNIS
CORNELII
PRINCIPIS
MVNVS AN:I·
SAL:AN:MDCCIX
ET AB VRBE CON·
MCCXIC·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Osella - Giovanni Corner II 1709 coin from the Republic of Venice (Italian States) is that it features a unique design element - a small image of the Doge of Venice, Giovanni Corner II, on the obverse side of the coin. This is a rare example of a coin that includes a portrait of a ruling leader from the time period, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
