1 Osella - Sebastiano Venier ND (1577) front 1 Osella - Sebastiano Venier ND (1577) back
1 Osella - Sebastiano Venier ND (1577) photo
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1 Osella - Sebastiano Venier ND

1577 year
Silver 8.88 g 34 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Sebastiano Venier (1577-1578)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1577
Value
1 Osella (3.9)
Currency
Lira (1471-1618)
Composition
Silver
Weight
8.88 g
Diameter
34 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#121114
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

City view of Venice, naval galleys on water in lower front, God giving blessing on city from above, date at beginning of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: +1577·MAGNA·DEI·MISERICORDIA·SVPNOS

Interesting fact

The 1 Osella - Sebastiano Venier ND (1577) coin from the Republic of Venice (Italian States) is interesting because it features a unique design, showcasing the Doge of Venice, Sebastiano Venier, on one side and the Lion of St. Mark on the other. This coin was minted during Venier's reign as Doge, which lasted from 1577 to 1578, and was likely used as a symbol of the city's wealth and power.