Republic of Venice 1 Sesino - Nicolò da Ponte, 1578 – 1585
Information
Country
Republic of Venice
Republic of Venice
Currency
Lira
(1471 – 1618)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Sesino
Year
1578 – 1585
Ruler
Nicolò da Ponte
(1578–1585)
Composition
Billon
Shape
Round
Weight (g)
1.324
Diameter (mm)
18.8
Thickness (mm)
0.7
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Sesino from Republic of Venice. Issued from 1578 to 1585. Struck in Billon. Measures 18.8 mm and weighs 1.32 g.
- Obverse
- Cross with 3 points at each end, with small pearl on each point, and a pearl in each angle.
- Reverse
- Facing Lion of St. Mark in beaded circle
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1578-1585) | — |
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