1 Osella - Nicolò da Ponte 1578 front 1 Osella - Nicolò da Ponte 1578 back
1 Osella - Nicolò da Ponte 1578 photo
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1 Osella - Nicolò da Ponte

1578 year
Silver 8.91 g 35 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Nicolò da Ponte (1578-1585)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1578
Value
1 Osella (3.9)
Currency
Lira (1471-1618)
Composition
Silver
Weight
8.91 g
Diameter
35 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#121121
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Full-length facing figure of St. Joseph standing on pedestal on which S.IOS.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VIRGA FLORVIT PRINC·MVNVS·AN·I·
·S·IOS

Interesting fact

The 1 Osella - Nicolò da Ponte 1578 coin from the Republic of Venice (Italian States) is a rare and valuable coin, with only 1,200 pieces minted. It is made of silver and weighs 8.91 grams. Due to its rarity and historical significance, it is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch high prices at auctions.