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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
1 Osella - Pietro Grimani
1750 year| Gold | 10.11 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Pietro Grimani (1741-1752) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1750 |
| Value | 1 Osella = 3 Zecchini (60) |
| Currency | Lira (1618-1752) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 10.11 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#121470 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
5-line inscription with year and Roman numeral date, ducal cap above, in ornate floral wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PETRI
GRIMANI
PRINCIPIS
MVNVS
AN.X.MDCCL
Interesting fact
The 1 Osella - Pietro Grimani 1750 coin from the Republic of Venice (Italian States) is interesting because it was minted during a time when the Republic of Venice was facing economic challenges due to the decline of its maritime trade and territorial losses. Despite these challenges, the coin was made of gold, indicating the wealth and prestige that the Republic of Venice still held at the time.
