Republic of Venice 1 Scudo - Paolo Renier, 1779
Information
Country
Republic of Venice
Republic of Venice
Currency
Lira
(1752 – 1797)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Scudo = 140 Soldi
Year
1779
Ruler
Paolo Renier
(1779–1789)
Composition
Silver (.948)
Shape
Round
Weight (g)
31.829
Diameter (mm)
43
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Scudo = 140 Soldi from Republic of Venice. Issued in 1779. Struck in Silver (.948). Measures 43 mm and weighs 31.83 g.
- Obverse
- Large foliated cross, rose in center, leaf in each angle, all in circle, mintmaster's initials in exergue.
- Reverse
- Facing Lion of St. Mark in large ornate shield, value '140' in exergue.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1779) LAF | — |
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