1 Soldo - Nicoló Contarini ND (1630-1631) front 1 Soldo - Nicoló Contarini ND (1630-1631) back
1 Soldo - Nicoló Contarini ND (1630-1631) photo

1 Soldo - Nicoló Contarini ND

 
Copper 1.8 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Nicolò Contarini (1630-1631)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1630-1631
Value
1 Soldo = 12 Bagattini (1⁄20)
Currency
Lira (1618-1752)
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.8 g
Diameter
22 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#169446
Rarity index
82%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
S M V NIC CON
*12*

Translation: Saint Marc Venice Nicoló Contarini

Comment

Weight can vary: 1.6 to 2 grams

Many lettering variants:
DEFEN(S) NOSTE(R)

Lettering with high dots or crosses.

Interesting fact

The 1 Soldo coin from the Republic of Venice, minted during the reign of Nicoló Contarini in 1630-1631, features an interesting design element - a small image of a lion on the reverse side, which symbolizes the power and strength of the Venetian Republic.