1 Tornesello - Francesco Foscari ND (1423-1457) front 1 Tornesello - Francesco Foscari ND (1423-1457) back
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1 Tornesello - Francesco Foscari ND

 
Billon 0.72 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Francesco Foscari (1423-1457)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1423-1457
Value
1 Tornesello (1⁄80)
Currency
Venice-Crete - Lire (1205-1669)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.72 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#115386
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Lion inside a circle.

Lettering: ✠ VEXILIFER • VENECIA4

Comment

Reference:

Papadopoli 20.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Tornesello coin from the Republic of Venice is that it features an image of Doge Francesco Foscari, who ruled Venice from 1423 to 1457. He was the longest-reigning Doge in Venetian history, and his rule marked a significant period of economic and cultural growth for the city. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the power and prosperity of the Venetian Republic during Foscari's reign.