目录
| 发行方 | Venice, Republic of |
|---|---|
| 年份 | 1205-1229 |
| 类型 | Standard circulation coin |
| 面值 | 1 Grosso = 26 Denari (13⁄120) |
| 货币 | Lira (1156-1471) |
| 材质 | Silver (.965) |
| 重量 | 2.1 g |
| 直径 | 20 mm |
| 厚度 | |
| 形状 | Round (irregular) |
| 制作工艺 | Hammered |
| 方向 | |
| 雕刻师 | |
| 流通至 | |
| 参考资料 |
| 正面描述 | Doge (duke) stands facing receiving banner from patron saint St. Mark. |
|---|---|
| 正面文字 | |
| 正面铭文 | + • P • ZIANI S M VENETI |
| 背面描述 | Facing figure of Nimbate Jesus Christ Pantocrator, enthroned, IC XC field to the left and right. |
| 背面文字 | |
| 背面铭文 | IC / XC |
| 边缘 | |
| 铸币厂 | |
| 铸造量 |
ND (1205-1229) - - |
| Numisquare 编号 | 9259044620 |
| 附加信息 |
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