Republic of Venice 1 Osella - Francesco Loredan, 1753
Information
Country
Republic of Venice
Republic of Venice
Currency
Lira
(1752 – 1797)
Coin type
Non-circulating coin
Denomination
1 Osella = 4 Zecchini
Year
1753
Ruler
Francesco Loredan
(1752–1762)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round
Weight (g)
13.89
Diameter (mm)
36.61
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Osella = 4 Zecchini from Republic of Venice. Issued in 1753. Struck in Gold. Measures 36.61 mm and weighs 13.89 g.
- Obverse
- Madonna and Child in small rectangular frame in center, set in ornate façade with statue columns and floral vases, St. Mark standing at left, doge kneeling at right, mintmaster's initials in exergue.
- Reverse
- 6-line inscription with year and date, ducal cap above, in ornate floral wreath.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1753 SB | — | II |
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