20 Zecchini - Pietro Grimani ND (1741-1752) front 20 Zecchini - Pietro Grimani ND (1741-1752) back
20 Zecchini - Pietro Grimani ND (1741-1752) photo
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20 Zecchini - Pietro Grimani ND

 
Gold 69.96 g 50 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Pietro Grimani (1741-1752)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
1741-1752
Value
20 Zecchini (400)
Currency
Lira (1618-1752)
Composition
Gold
Weight
69.96 g
Diameter
50 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#181467
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Christ blessing standing facing in mandorla with 20 stars

Script: Latin

Lettering: SITTXPEDATQTV REGISISTEDVCAT

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 20 Zecchini coin from the Republic of Venice is that it features an image of St. Mark, the patron saint of Venice, on one side, and a depiction of the Doge of Venice, Pietro Grimani, on the other. This coin was minted during Grimani's reign from 1741 to 1752 and is made of gold, weighing 69.96 grams.