(1545-53) Italy 1Z venice Francesco Dona NGC Genuine

This authentic Venetian gold zecchino was produced between 1545 and 1553 under Doge Francesco Donà, a period when Venice was a dominant maritime republic and a hub of Renaissance art and commerce. The zecchino, celebrated for its purity and reliability, became a cornerstone of international trade. Struck in .999 fine gold, the coin weighs approximately 3.494 grams and has a diameter of 22 mm, maintaining the traditional Venetian standard that endured for centuries. Its obverse depicts St. Mark presenting a staff to the kneeling doge, while the reverse features a full-length figure of Christ within a beaded ellipse lined with stars. Certified genuine by NGC, this piece offers collectors a tangible connection to the opulence and influence of 16th-century Venice, combining historical significance with exquisite craftsmanship.