© Numismatica Ranieri
© Numismatica Ranieri
1 Quattrino - Leonardo Loredan ND
| Billon | 0.65 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Leonardo Loredan (1501-1521) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1501-1521 |
| Value | 1 Quattrino (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Lira (1471-1618) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.65 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#117775 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion.
Lettering: + • S • MARCVS • VENETI
Interesting fact
The 1 Quattrino coin from the Republic of Venice features an image of Leonardo Loredan, who was the Doge of Venice from 1501 to 1521. The coin was made of Billon, a type of alloy that consists of a mixture of copper, silver, and other metals. Despite its small weight of 0.65 grams, the coin was widely used in the Italian States during the Renaissance period.
