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1 Tornesello - Antonio Venier ND
| Billon | 0.70 g | 16.43 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Anthony Venier (1382-1400) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1382-1400 |
| Value | 1 Tornesello (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Venice-Crete - Lire (1205-1669) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.70 g |
| Diameter | 16.43 mm |
| Thickness | 0.58 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#76361 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 66% |
Reverse
Cross in inner circle
Lettering: +ANTO' VENERIO DVX
Edge
Plain
Comment
The tornesello was minted in Venice but was specifically designated for use by the administrators of colonies of Coron and Modon, Negroponte and Crete. The coins were struck in an alloy of eight parts copper to one part silver and were intended as a replacement for the Frankish denier tournois, last minted in 1350.Coat of arms of Antonio Venier. Doge of Venice.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antonio_Venier
Interesting fact
The 1 Tornesello coin from the Republic of Venice, made of Billon and weighing 0.70g, features an interesting design element - a unique symbol called the "tornese," which is a stylized representation of the Venetian lion, the emblem of the Republic. This symbol was used on many coins during this time period and has become a recognizable icon of Venetian currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1382-1400) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Tornesello - Antonio Venier ND (1382-1400) coin.
