Republic of Venice 1 Osella - Francesco Morosini, 1691
Information
Country
Republic of Venice
Republic of Venice
Currency
Lira
(1618 – 1752)
Coin type
Non-circulating coin
Denomination
1 Osella = 4 Zecchini
Year
1691
Ruler
Francesco Morosini
(1688–1694)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round
Weight (g)
13.79
Diameter (mm)
34.6
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Osella = 4 Zecchini from Republic of Venice. Issued in 1691. Struck in Gold. Measures 34.6 mm and weighs 13.79 g.
- Obverse
- St. Mark seated at left presenting staff, with cross and pennant at top, to doge kneeling at right, ANNO IV and mintmaster's initials in exergue in 2 lines.
- Reverse
- Half-length facing figure of doge in the uniform of Capitano Generale da Mar, on pedestal decorated with flags and military trophies around base.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1691) IB | — | IV |
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