1 Zecchino - Pietro Gradenigo ND (1289-1311) front 1 Zecchino - Pietro Gradenigo ND (1289-1311) back
1 Zecchino - Pietro Gradenigo ND (1289-1311) photo
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1 Zecchino - Pietro Gradenigo ND

 
Gold (.998) 3.55 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Pietro Gradenigo (1289-1311)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1289-1311
Value
Ducato = Zecchino = 18 Grossi = 2 Lire 8 Soldi (2.4)
Currency
Lira (1156-1471)
Composition
Gold (.998)
Weight
3.55 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#113009
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Full-length facing figure of Christ in beaded ellipse lined with stars.

Lettering: ·SIT·T·PE·DAT·Q:TV REGIS·ISTE·DVCAT

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Zecchino - Pietro Gradenigo ND (1289-1311) coin from Republic of Venice (Italian States) is that it features a unique design that reflects the cultural and artistic heritage of the Venetian Republic during the 14th century. The coin's obverse side depicts a portrait of Doge Pietro Gradenigo, who ruled Venice from 1289 to 1311, while the reverse side features the symbol of Venice, the Lion of St. Mark, holding a book and a sword. The coin's design was created by the Venetian artist and engraver, Giovanni da Sebenico, and it is considered a masterpiece of medieval numismatic art.