5 Zecchini - Pietro Grimani ND (1742-1743) front 5 Zecchini - Pietro Grimani ND (1742-1743) back
5 Zecchini - Pietro Grimani ND (1742-1743) photo
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5 Zecchini - Pietro Grimani ND

 
Gold (.986) 17.16 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Pietro Grimani (1741-1752)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1742-1743
Value
5 Zecchini (100)
Currency
Lira (1618-1752)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
17.16 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#315695
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Lion of St. Mark standing left, head facing, resting paw on open book; city model to left

Script: Latin

Lettering: DVCATVS VENETVS

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Zecchini coin from the Republic of Venice is that it features an image of Saint Mark, the patron saint of Venice, on one side, and a depiction of the Doge of Venice, Pietro Grimani, on the other side. This coin was minted during Grimani's reign from 1742-1743 and is made of gold with a purity level of .986. It weighs 17.16 grams and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.