1 Osella - Giovanni Corner II ND (1709) front 1 Osella - Giovanni Corner II ND (1709) back
1 Osella - Giovanni Corner II ND (1709) photo
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1 Osella - Giovanni Corner II ND

1709 year
Silver 9.722 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Giovanni II Cornaro (1709-1722)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1709
Value
1 Osella = 78 Soldi (3.9)
Currency
Lira (1618-1752)
Composition
Silver
Weight
9.722 g
Diameter
36 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#118687
Rarity index
100%

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 DON:
MCCXIC·

Interesting fact

The 1 Osella - Giovanni Corner II ND (1709) coin from the Republic of Venice (Italian States) is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few examples known to exist. It is considered a "non-circulating" coin, meaning it was not intended for general circulation and was likely minted for a specific purpose or event. The fact that it is made of silver and weighs 9.722 grams adds to its uniqueness and value.