Republic of Venice 1 Osella - Nicolò da Ponte, 1579
Information
Country
Republic of Venice
Republic of Venice
Currency
Lira
(1471 – 1618)
Coin type
Non-circulating coin
Denomination
1 Osella
Year
1579
Ruler
Nicolò da Ponte
(1578–1585)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Weight (g)
7.45
Diameter (mm)
34
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Osella from Republic of Venice. Issued in 1579. Struck in Silver. Measures 34 mm and weighs 7.45 g.
- Obverse
- St. Mark seated at left presenting staff, with cross and pennant at top, to doge kneeling at right, date in exergue.
- Reverse
- Full-length facing figure of St. Joseph standing on pedestal with lettering.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1579 | — | II |
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