Republic of Venice 1 Osella - Carlo Ruzzini, 1733
Information
Country
Republic of Venice
Republic of Venice
Currency
Lira
(1618 – 1752)
Coin type
Non-circulating coin
Denomination
1 Osella = 79 Soldi
Year
1733
Ruler
Carlo Ruzzini
(1732–1735)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Weight (g)
9.8
Diameter (mm)
36
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Osella = 79 Soldi from Republic of Venice. Issued in 1733. Struck in Silver. Measures 36 mm and weighs 9.8 g.
- Obverse
- Lion of St. Mark striding to left, facing forward, right paw on open book, ANNO. II and mintmaster's initials in exergue in 2 lines.
- Reverse
- Mortuary urn containing bones of St. Pietro Orseolo (Doge, 976-78), surmounted by ducal cap, dove of Holy Spirit surrounded by rays above, date in exergue.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1733 BZ | — | II |
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