© Kladokop
© Kladokop
Denga - Alexey Mikhailovich Copper Riot; Velikiy Novgorod ND
| Copper | 0.40 g | 11.20 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 0.40 g |
| Diameter | 11.20 mm |
| Thickness | 0.60 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (wire) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#111612 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Cyrillic inscription.
Script: Cyrillic
Comment
Possible period of minting 1655-1663.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denga coin is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Russia, known as the "Copper Riot" (Медный бунт), which occurred in the mid-17th century. 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 kopek, to address the shortage of small change in circulation. Despite its humble beginnings, the Denga coin became a popular and widely used currency during its time, and it remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
