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1 Tornesello - Michele Morosini ND
1382 year| Billon | 0.72 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Michele Morosini (1382) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1382 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#114245 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
St. Marcus lion with Gospel inside a circle.
Lettering: ✠ VEXILIFER • VENETIA4
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Tornesello coin from the Republic of Venice is that it was made of Billon, which is an alloy of silver and copper. This was a common practice during the medieval period, as it allowed for the creation of coins that were more durable and resistant to wear and tear than coins made of pure silver. The use of Billon in coinage also made it possible to produce coins with a lower silver content, which helped to stretch the supply of silver and make coinage more accessible to a wider range of people.
