Antonio Venier (c. 1330 – 23 November 1400) was a Doge of Venice, member of the House of Venier, 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 da Mosto.| Issuer | Kingdom of Candia (Crete, Greece)  |
|---|---|
| Doge | Anthony Venier (1382-1400) |
| Type | Standard circulation coins |
| Years | 1382-1400 |
| Value | 1 Tornesello (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Lira (1205-1669) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.70 g |
| Diameter | 16.43 mm |
| Thickness | 0.58 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Number | N# 76361 |
| References | Biaggi# 2857ObverseWinged lion of St. Mark with nimbus to the left, holding book of Gospels with both front paws all in inner circle, Lettering: VEXILIFER VENETIA ReverseCross in inner circle Lettering: +ANTO' VENERIO DVX EdgePlain MintVenice, Italy (771-1870)CommentsThe tornesello was minted in Venice but was specifically designated for use by the administrators of colonies of Coron and Modon, Negroponte and Crete. The coins were struck in an alloy of eight parts copper to one part silver and were intended as a replacement for the Frankish denier tournois, last minted in 1350. YOU WILL RECEIVE THE SAME ITEM AS PICTURED. ALL ITEMS ARE AUTHENTIC AS DESCRIBED WORLDWIDE... We are not Responsible for Custom Fees, in case if have Any. Please check out my other listings and we will be happy to combine in one package Shipping fee combine rule : 1st $ Standart Shipping+2nd $1+3rd $1+.. |