Denier - Vitale II Michel ND (1156-1172) front Denier - Vitale II Michel ND (1156-1172) back
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Denier - Vitale II Michel ND

 
Billon 0.414 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Venice (Italian States)
Doge
Vital II Michele (1156-1172)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1156-1172
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Currency
Lira (1156-1471)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.414 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#113360
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Bust of St. Marcus.

Lettering: ✠ • S • MARCVS • VNE

Comment

References:

Paolucci 1;
Gamberini 9;
Papadopoli 1.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Vitale II Michel, who was the Doge of Venice from 1156 to 1172. The Doge was the ruler of the Republic of Venice, and this coin was used as a standard circulation coin during his reign.