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1 Zecchino - Pietro Grimani ND
| Gold (.999) | 3.494 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Pietro Grimani (1741-1752) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1741-1752 |
| Value | 1 Zecchino (22) |
| Currency | Lira (1618-1752) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 3.494 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#110315 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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 - Pietro Grimani ND (1741-1752) coin from Republic of Venice (Italian States) is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the region. The Republic of Venice was a powerful and influential state in Europe during the 18th century, and the issuance of this coin reflects the growing importance of trade and commerce in the region. The use of gold in the coin's minting also speaks to the value placed on this precious metal during this time period.
