1 Zecchino - Marino Grimani ND (1595-1605) front 1 Zecchino - Marino Grimani ND (1595-1605) back
1 Zecchino - Marino Grimani ND (1595-1605) photo
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1 Zecchino - Marino Grimani ND

 
Gold (.999) 3.494 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Marino Grimani (1595-1606)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1595-1605
Value
1 Zecchino
Currency
Lira (1471-1618)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
3.494 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#110312
Rarity index
92%

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 - Marino Grimani ND (1595-1605) coin from Republic of Venice (Italian States) is that it features an image of the Doge of Venice, Marino Grimani, on one side, and the Lion of St. Mark on the other. The coin was minted during Grimani's reign as Doge, which lasted from 1595 to 1605. This coin is significant because it highlights the powerful position of the Doge in Venetian society and the importance of the Lion of St. Mark as a symbol of Venice. Additionally, the fact that it is made of gold (.999) and weighs 3.494 grams makes it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.