1 Quattrino - Francesco Foscari ND (1423-1457) front 1 Quattrino - Francesco Foscari ND (1423-1457) back
1 Quattrino - Francesco Foscari ND (1423-1457) photo
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1 Quattrino - Francesco Foscari ND

 
Billon 0.93 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Francesco Foscari (1423-1457)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1423-1457
Value
1 Quattrino = 4 Denari (1⁄60)
Currency
Lira (1156-1471)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.93 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#115388
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Rampant lion with sword left.

Lettering: ✠ • S • MARCVS • VENETI •

Comment

Reference:

Papadopoli 12.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Quattrino coin from the Republic of Venice is that it features an image of Doge Francesco Foscari, who ruled Venice from 1423 to 1457. During his reign, Venice experienced significant economic growth and expansion, and the coinage issued during this period reflects the prosperity and influence of the city-state. The Quattrino denomination was a widely used coin during this time and was valued at one-fourth of a Venetian lira.