Katalog
| Emitent | Venice, Republic of |
|---|---|
| Rok | 1205-1229 |
| Typ | Standard circulation coin |
| Hodnota | 1 Grosso = 26 Denari (13⁄120) |
| Měna | Lira (1156-1471) |
| Složení | Silver (.965) |
| Hmotnost | 2.1 g |
| Průměr | 20 mm |
| Tloušťka | |
| Tvar | Round (irregular) |
| Technika | Hammered |
| Orientace | |
| Rytci | |
| V oběhu do | |
| Reference |
| Popis líce | Doge (duke) stands facing receiving banner from patron saint St. Mark. |
|---|---|
| Písmo líce | |
| Opis líce | + • P • ZIANI S M VENETI |
| Popis rubu | Facing figure of Nimbate Jesus Christ Pantocrator, enthroned, IC XC field to the left and right. |
| Písmo rubu | |
| Opis rubu | IC / XC |
| Hrana | |
| Mincovna | |
| Náklad |
ND (1205-1229) - - |
| ID Numisquare | 9259044620 |
| Další informace |
Historical Context: The 1 Grosso of Pietro Ziani (1205-1229) marks a pivotal era for the Republic of Venice. Ziani's dogeship immediately followed the Fourth Crusade, profoundly expanding Venetian power and transforming it into a dominant maritime empire. The Grosso, initiated by Doge Enrico Dandolo, was Venice's high-purity silver answer to the Byzantine hyperpyron, crucial for its burgeoning international trade. Ziani's continuation solidified Venice's economic supremacy and status as a major European power.
Artistry: While the engraver remains anonymous, the Grosso’s design adheres to established Venetian numismatic tradition, blending Byzantine iconographic influences. The obverse features Saint