1 Zecchino - Francesco Morosini ND (1688-1694) front 1 Zecchino - Francesco Morosini ND (1688-1694) back
1 Zecchino - Francesco Morosini ND (1688-1694) photo
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1 Zecchino - Francesco Morosini ND

 
Gold (.999) 3.494 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
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
References
Numista
N#110055
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
ND (1688-1694)  - - - - - -

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