Republic of Venice 1 Osella - Alvise Contarini, 1682
Information
Country
Republic of Venice
Republic of Venice
Currency
Lira
(1618 – 1752)
Coin type
Non-circulating coin
Denomination
1 Osella = 4 Zecchini
Year
1682
Ruler
Alvise Contarini
(1676–1683)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round
Weight (g)
13.91
Diameter (mm)
36.8
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Osella = 4 Zecchini from Republic of Venice. Issued in 1682. Struck in Gold. Measures 36.8 mm and weighs 13.91 g.
- Obverse
- St. Mark seated at left presenting staff, with cross and pennant at top, to doge kneeling at right, mintmaster's initials in exergue.
- Reverse
- 6-line inscription, date in legend.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1682 ND | — | VII |
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