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1 Zecchino - Giovanni Bembo ND
| Gold (.999) | 3.494 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Giovanni Bembo (1615-1618) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1615-1618 |
| 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#86168 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Full-length facing figure of Christ in beaded ellipse lined with stars.
Script: Latin
Lettering: REGIS·ISTE·DVC(AT) SIT·T·XPE·DAT·Q·TV·
Comment
One of the rarest of the Venetian Zecchinos. This Doge ruled just a few years and issued just a minuscule number of gold coins. Some debris present, yet little actual wear.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Zecchino - Giovanni Bembo ND (1615-1618) coin from Republic of Venice (Italian States) is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. The coin's reverse depicts the Doge of Venice, Giovanni Bembo, kneeling before the Virgin Mary, who is seated on a throne and holding the Child Jesus. This design was meant to symbolize the city's devotion to the Virgin Mary and its commitment to Christianity. Additionally, the coin's gold content and intricate design make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
