1 Quartarolo - Jacopo Contarini ND
| Billon | 1 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Jacopo Contarini (1275-1280) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1275-1280 |
| Value | ½ Obol (1⁄960) |
| Currency | Lira (1156-1471) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#113590 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross inside a circle.
Lettering: ✠ • S • MARCVS •
Comment
References:Montenegro 42;
Gamberini 45;
Paolucci 5;
Papadopoli 6.
Interesting fact
The 1 Quartarolo coin from the Republic of Venice, made of Billon and weighing 1g, features an image of Jacopo Contarini, who was a prominent Venetian statesman and naval commander. He played a significant role in the Venetian conquest of Constantinople during the Fourth Crusade and later became the Doge of Venice in 1275, a position he held until his death in 1280. The coin was minted during his reign as Doge, making it a rare and valuable piece of numismatic history.
