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1 Scudo - Pietro Grimani ND
| Silver (.948) | 31.829 g | 44 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Pietro Grimani (1741-1752) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1741-1742 |
| Value | 1 Scudo = 140 Soldi (7) |
| Currency | Lira (1618-1752) |
| Composition | Silver (.948) |
| Weight | 31.829 g |
| Diameter | 44 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#116394 |
|---|---|
| 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:
PETRVS·GRIMANI·DVX·VENETIAR
F · P
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Scudo coin from the Republic of Venice is that it features an image of Saint Mark, the patron saint of Venice, on one side, and a depiction of the Doge of Venice, Pietro Grimani, on the other side. This coin was minted during Grimani's reign from 1741 to 1742 and is made of silver with a purity of .948. It weighs 31.829 grams and is considered a standard circulation coin of the time.
