Republic of Venice 1 Osella - Francesco Loredan, 1759
Information
Country
Republic of Venice
Republic of Venice
Currency
Lira
(1752 – 1797)
Coin type
Non-circulating coin
Denomination
1 Osella = 4 Zecchini
Year
1759
Ruler
Francesco Loredan
(1752–1762)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round
Weight (g)
13.68
Diameter (mm)
37
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Osella = 4 Zecchini from Republic of Venice. Issued in 1759. Struck in Gold. Measures 37 mm and weighs 13.68 g.
- Obverse
- Allegorical figure of Religion standing on pedestal, holding tall cross, St. Mark standing at lower left, doge kneeling at lower right, mintmaster's initials in exergue.
- Reverse
- Large rose bush with 5 blooms in ornate vase, Roman numeral date in exergue.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1759 PP | — | MDCCLIX; VIII |
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