1½ Denga Moscow and Golden Horde Imitation ND
| Silver | 1.43 g | - |
| Issuer | Grand principality of Moscow (Rus Principalities) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Dmitriy Ivanovich Donskoy (1375-1389) Vasiliy I Dmitrievich (1389-1425) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1389-1390 |
| Value | 1½ Denga (3⁄2) |
| Currency | Rouble (1381-1534) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.43 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#303544 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Imitation of a dang of Uzbek Khan from the Saray mint, with Islamic profession of faith. One lattice in the second line.
Comment
Minted south of Moscow at one and a half times the weight of a denga for trade with the Golden Horde. Possibly struck under Dmitry Donskoy and/or Vasily Dmitriyevich.Obverse: compare HPF 115
Reverse: compare Sagdeeva 204
See P.42 of HPF
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency in the Grand Principality of Moscow during the 14th century, specifically between 1389 and 1390. It was an imitation of the Golden Horde denga, which was the main currency used in the Mongol Empire. The use of imitation coins like this one allowed the Grand Principality of Moscow to maintain economic independence from the Golden Horde, while still using a currency that was widely recognized and accepted in the region.
