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1 Scudo - Francesco Loredan ND
| Silver (.948) | 31.829 g | 44 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Francesco Loredan (1752-1762) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1752-1753 |
| Value | 1 Scudo = 140 Soldi (7) |
| Currency | Lira (1752-1797) |
| Composition | Silver (.948) |
| Weight | 31.829 g |
| Diameter | 44 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#116210 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Large foliated cross, rose in center, leaf in each angle, all in circle, mintmaster's initials in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FRANC·LAVREDANO·DVX·VENETIAR
G·A·C
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo coin from the Republic of Venice is that it features an image of Doge Francesco Loredan, who was the ruler of Venice during the time the coin was minted (1752-1753). The coin's design was created by the artist Giovanni Maria Morlaiter, and it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists today.
