Republic of Venice 1 Zecchino - Andrea Contarini, 1368 – 1382
Information
Country
Republic of Venice
Republic of Venice
Currency
Lira
(1156 – 1471)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Zecchino = Ducato = 3 Lire 4 Soldi
Year
1368 – 1382
Ruler
Andrea Contarini
(1367–1382)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.52
Diameter (mm)
22
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Zecchino = Ducato = 3 Lire 4 Soldi from Republic of Venice. Issued from 1368 to 1382. Struck in Gold (.999). Measures 22 mm and weighs 3.52 g.
- Obverse
- St. Mark standing at left presenting staff with cross and DVX vertically at top to doge kneeling at right.
- Reverse
- Full-length facing figure of Christ in beaded ellipse lined with stars.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1368-1382) | — |
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