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Denier - Sebastiano Ziani ND
| Billon | 0.36 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Sebastiano Ziani (1172-1178) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1172-1178 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Lira (1156-1471) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.36 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#113361 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pateé cross inside a circle.
Lettering: + • S • MARCVS
Comment
References:Paolucci 1;
Gamberini 10;
Papadopoli 1: + • S • MARCVS;
Papadopoli 2: + S • MARCVS.
Interesting fact
The Denier coin from the Republic of Venice, featuring Sebastiano Ziani, has an interesting fact associated with it. Despite being made of Billon, a copper and silver alloy, it weighs only 0.36 grams, making it one of the lightest coins in circulation during its time.
