Le monete di Venezia descritte ed illustrate da Nicolò Papadopoli Aldobrandini,…

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Le monete di Venezia descritte ed illustrate by Nicolò Papadopoli Aldobrandini is a scholarly work written in the late 19th century. The book serves as a detailed study of the history, origins, and characteristics of Venetian coins, contributing to the field of numismatics. It explores the evolution of these monetary artifacts from the foundation of the Venetian mint through various historical epochs, emphasizing their significance in understanding Venice’s economic and political history. The opening of the text provides context for the importance of coins in illuminating the history of Venice, particularly during periods of foreign dominion and local governance. The author introduces the origins of the Venetian mint and discusses the historical debates surrounding its independence and the influence of various imperial powers. Through meticulous detailing, he outlines his approach to the study of Augustine and Venetian coins, mentioning contributions from previous numismatists and outlining his own methodology, which includes thorough examinations of the coins’ inscriptions and metals to clarify their historical significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)