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1/2 Zecchino
| Issuer | Republic of Genoa (1139-1797) |
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| Year | 1723 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
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| Obverse description | Central field displays the crowned and mantled arms of the Republic of Genoa, featuring the cross of Saint George on a shield surmounted by a ducal crown with elaborate ornamental supporters. The shield is rendered in high relief with fine heraldic detail characteristic of Genoese gold coinage of the early eighteenth century. A circular Latin legend surrounds the central device along the coin's periphery, reading DVX ET GVB REIP GENV FMS, identifying the Doge and Governors of the Republic along with the mintmaster's initials. |
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| Obverse lettering | DVX ET GVB REIP GENV FMS |
| Reverse description | Central field depicts the enthroned Madonna and Child, a traditional and enduring motif on Genoese gold coinage, shown facing frontally with the Virgin seated in majesty and the Christ Child on her lap. The figures are rendered in a stylized manner consistent with the Genoese minting tradition of the period. A circular Latin legend surrounds the central device reading EX PROBITATE ROBVR, translating as 'Strength from Integrity', a motto long associated with the Republic of Genoa, with the date 1723 incorporated into the legend. |
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