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1 Zecchino - Francesco Morosini ND
Gold (.999) | 3.494 g | 22 mm |
Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1688-1694 |
Value | 1 Zecchino (20) |
Currency | Lira (1618-1752) |
Composition | Gold (.999) |
Weight | 3.494 g |
Diameter | 22 mm |
Shape | Round |
Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#110055 |
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Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Full-length facing figure of Christ in beaded ellipse lined with stars.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIT·T·XPE·DAT·Q·TV REGIS·ISTE·DVCA
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Zecchino - Francesco Morosini ND (1688-1694) coin from Republic of Venice (Italian States) is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual coat of arms or symbol of the Republic of Venice, this coin features an image of the Doge of Venice, Francesco Morosini, kneeling before the Virgin Mary. This design was chosen to commemorate the Doge's successful military campaigns against the Ottoman Empire, which had threatened Venice's territories in the Mediterranean. The coin's design serves as a symbol of Venice's military prowess and its deep religious devotion during that time.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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ND (1688-1694) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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