1 Zecchino - Carlo Ruzzini ND (1732-1735) front 1 Zecchino - Carlo Ruzzini ND (1732-1735) back
1 Zecchino - Carlo Ruzzini ND (1732-1735) photo
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1 Zecchino - Carlo Ruzzini ND

 
Gold (.999) 3.494 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Carlo Ruzzini (1732-1735)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1732-1735
Value
1 Zecchino (20)
Currency
Lira (1618-1752)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
3.494 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#109833
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Full-length facing figure of Christ in beaded ellipse lined with stars.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SIT·T·XPE·DAT·Q·TV REGIST·ISTE·DVCA

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Zecchino - Carlo Ruzzini ND (1732-1735) coin from Republic of Venice (Italian States) is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the region. The Republic of Venice was a powerful and influential state in Europe during the 18th century, and the Zecchino coin was an important part of its currency system. The coin's design, featuring the image of Carlo Ruzzini, was meant to symbolize the power and prestige of the Venetian Republic. Despite its small size, this coin was made of pure gold (.999) and had a unique design, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.