© Kladokop
© Kladokop
Denga - Alexey Mikhailovich Copper Riot; Pskov ND
| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Tsar | Alexis Mikhaylovich (1645-1676) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1655-1663 |
| Value | 1 Denga (1 Деньга) (0.005) |
| Currency | Rouble (1533-1717) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (wire) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#111611 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Cyrillic inscription.
Script: Cyrillic
Edge
Plain
Comment
Possible period of minting 1655-1663.Interesting fact
The Denga - Alexey Mikhailovich (Copper Riot; Pskov) ND (1655-1663) coin was issued during a time of great economic turmoil in Russia, known as the "Copper Riot." The coin was made of copper, which was a more affordable material than other metals, and it was introduced as a replacement for the previous currency, the silver ruble. The coin was widely used and accepted, and it played an important role in the economy of the Russian Empire during that time.
