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1 Zecchino - Francesco Donà ND
| Gold (.999) | 3.494 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Francesco Donato (1545-1553) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1545-1553 |
| Value | 1 Zecchino |
| Currency | Lira (1471-1618) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 3.494 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#110185 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Full-length facing figure of Christ in beaded ellipse lined with stars.
Lettering: SIT·EXPE DAI Q TV REGISISTE DVAT
Comment
An uncommon variety exists with the obverse lettering ‘FRAN DONAO’ in stead of the more common ‘FRAN DON’.
Example 1:
Example 2:
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Zecchino coin from the Republic of Venice is that it features an image of St. Mark, the patron saint of Venice, on one side, and the Doge of Venice, Francesco Donà, on the other side. This coin was minted during Donà's reign from 1545 to 1553 and is made of .999 gold, weighing 3.494 grams.
