1382, Doges of Venice, Antonio Venier. Gold Zecchino Ducat Coin. 3.51gm NGC UNC+
Mint Period: 1382-1400 Doge: Michele Steno (1400-1413) Denomination: Venetian Ducat (Zecchino) Reference: Paolucci 37.1, Friedberg 1229. R! Condition: Certified and graded by NGC as UNC (Details: Reverse Scratched!) Diameter: 20mm Weight: 3.51gm Material: Gold!
Obverse: St. Mark standing right, presenting cross topped banner to kneeling Doge. Pellet (privy mark) below St. Mark`s L-bow! Legend: ANTO•VENERIO•S•M•VENETI• / DVX Reverse: Christ standing facing, raising hand in benediction and holding Gospels. Comment: Halo of light (mandorla) with 9 stars around! Legend: •SIT•T•XPE•DAT •Q•TV•REGISISTE DVCAT'•
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Antonio Venier (c. 1330 – 23 November 1400) was a Doge of Venice reigning from October 1382 to his death. He was interred in the Basilica di San Giovanni e Paolo, a traditional burial place of the doges. He was married to Agnese.