© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
12 Soldi - Bertucci Valier ND
| Billon (.434 silver) | 3.70 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1656-1658 |
| Value | 12 Soldi (⅗) |
| Currency | Lira (1618-1752) |
| Composition | Billon (.434 silver) |
| Weight | 3.70 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#130933 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion of St. Mark striding to left, facing to front, value 'XII' in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·SANCT·MARC·VEN·
·XII·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 12 Soldi coin from the Republic of Venice is that it was minted during a time of economic struggle for the city-state. The coinage of the time was debased, with the 12 Soldi coin containing only .434 silver, compared to the standard .900 silver content of other coins. This was done as a cost-saving measure, but it led to inflation and a loss of trust in the Venetian currency. Despite this, the coin remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
