© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
1 Quartarolo - Giovanni Soranzo ND
| Billon | 0.7 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Giovanni Soranzo (1312-1328) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1312-1328 |
| Value | ½ Obol (1⁄960) |
| Currency | Lira (1156-1471) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.7 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#114102 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross inside a circle.
Lettering: ✠ • S • MARCVS •
Comment
References:Montenegro 62;
Gamberini 70;
Paolucci 5;
Papadopoli 7.
Interesting fact
The 1 Quartarolo coin from the Republic of Venice, minted during the reign of Giovanni Soranzo (1312-1328), was made of Billon, a metal alloy that consists of a combination of copper, silver, and other metals. Despite being made of a relatively inexpensive material, the coin was still considered valuable and widely used in trade and commerce during its time.
