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1 Scudo - Giovanni Corner I ND
| Silver (.948) | 31.829 g | 43 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Giovanni I Cornaro (1624-1630) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1624-1629 |
| Value | 1 Scudo = 140 Soldi (7) |
| Currency | Lira (1618-1752) |
| Composition | Silver (.948) |
| Weight | 31.829 g |
| Diameter | 43 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#105359 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Facing Lion of St. Mark in large ornate shield, value '140' in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SANCTVS · MARC · VENET
140
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo coin from the Republic of Venice is that it features an image of Giovanni Corner I, who was the Doge of Venice from 1624 to 1629. The Doge was the highest-ranking official in the Republic of Venice, and the position was held for life. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the power and authority of the Doge and the Republic of Venice.
