© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
Denga - Ivan Fyodorovich ND
| Silver | 0.99 g |
| Issuer | Grand principality of Ryazan (Rus Principalities) |
|---|---|
| Grand Prince | Ivan III (Ива́н Фёдорович) (1427-1456) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1427-1456 |
| Value | 1 Denga (0.005) |
| Currency | Denga |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.99 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#303137 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Quadrangular frame around hollow square. Legend around. Legend variations exist including multiple endings (ФЕ, ФД, ФДО, ФЕД, ФЕДО, ФЕО).
Lettering:
КNAЗЬ
ВЕЛИКI
IВАНЪ Ф
Translation: Name and patronymic 'Grand Prince Ivan F'
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denga coin is that it was used as a form of currency in the Grand Principality of Ryazan, which was a medieval state that existed from the 13th to the 16th century in the territory of modern-day Russia. The coin was made of silver and weighed 0.99 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The fact that it was used in the Grand Principality of Ryazan suggests that the region had a strong economy and trade network, and the use of a standardized coin like the Denga indicates a high level of organization and centralization in the principality's financial system.
