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1 Osella - Marcantonio Giustinian ND
1684 year| Silver | 9.307 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Marcantonio Giustinian (1683-1688) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1684 |
| Value | 1 Osella = 78 Soldi (3.9) |
| Currency | Lira (1618-1752) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.307 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#118696 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
View of the piazza of St. Mark in Venice, angel flying left above, galley in water at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DEO DVCTA DVCE
Comment
Issued to commemorate the unforeseen election of the doge while ships were ready to depart to fight a new campaign against the Ottoman Empire.Interesting fact
The 1 Osella coin from the Republic of Venice (Italian States) made of Silver weighing 9.307 g is interesting because it was minted during the reign of Doge Marcantonio Giustinian, who was known for his efforts to reform the Venetian economy and military. Despite being a non-circulating coin, it is still considered a valuable collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and rarity.
