© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Benedict II Civran defeating the Tripoli corsairs
1753 year| Silver | 10.78 g | 38 mm |
| Location | Republic of Venice (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Doge | Francesco Loredan (1752-1762) |
| Type | Commemorative medals › Military medals |
| Year | 1753 |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.78 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-11-14 |
| Numista | N#380695 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Naval battle scene.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* BELLICA • CIVRANI • VIRTVTE *
* 1753 *
Engraver: Marco Alcaini
Comment
Benedict II Civran, descendant of a family belonging to the Venetian patriciate, was appointed Governator de' Condannati (commander of galleys) and, at the head of a flotilla, defeated the Tripoli corsairs on 20 April 1753 off the coast of Kefalonia. On 3 November 1753 it was decided to reward the participants in the enterprise with various gold and silver medals which were then distributed to the crews according to the rank and value demonstrated in the naval battle.
Castellani II, p. 327, n. 16928
Cicogna/Nani II-116
