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10 Lire
1797 year| Silver (.826) | 28.47 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Provisional Municipality of Venice (1797-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1797 |
| Value | 10 Lire |
| Currency | Provisional Government - Lira (1797) |
| Composition | Silver (.826) |
| Weight | 28.47 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#21674 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Value and city name within wreath, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ANNO 1. DELLA LIBERTA' ITALIANA
LIRE
DIECI
VENETE
1797
Interesting fact
The 10 Lire 1797 coin from the Republic of Venice features a unique design element - a small image of a lion on the reverse side, which was added to symbolize the power and strength of the Venetian Republic. This design element was not present on all coins of this denomination, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
