1 Quattrino - Pietro Lando ND (1539-1545) front 1 Quattrino - Pietro Lando ND (1539-1545) back
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1 Quattrino - Pietro Lando ND

 
Billon 0.83 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Pietro Lando (1538-1545)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1539-1545
Value
1 Quattrino (1⁄60)
Currency
Lira (1471-1618)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.83 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#396073
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Lion of St. Mark facing in beaded circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: + S. MARCVS. VENET

Comment

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Quattrino coin from the Republic of Venice is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the letters "S.M." (San Marco) on the reverse side, which represents the patron saint of Venice, Saint Mark. This symbol was added to the coinage during the reign of Doge Pietro Lando and was meant to signify the city's devotion to its patron saint and its connection to the Christian faith.