© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
2 Zecchini / ¼ Ducato - Alvise Mocenigo IV Pattern ND
| Gold | 7.06 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Alvise Giovanni Mocenigo (1763-1779) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 1763-1767 |
| Value | 2 Zecchini (40) |
| Currency | Lira (1752-1797) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.06 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#411145 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
St. Mark seated right facing, presenting banner to doge kneeling left; mintmaster's initials in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✿ S ✿ M ✿ V ✿ ALOY : MOCENI •✿ D
Engraver: Domenico Gritti
Comment
Papadopoli p. 786, note 1; Paolucci p. 138, 20; Friedberg –.
Domenico Gritti, mintmaster.
Off-metal strike of KM 657.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Alvise Mocenigo IV, who was the Doge of Venice from 1763 to 1778. The coin features his portrait on one side and the symbol of the Venetian Republic on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable example of Venetian numismatics and is highly sought after by collectors.
