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Denga - Ivan III ND
| Silver | 0.39 g | - |
| Issuer | Grand principality of Moscow (Rus Principalities) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Ivan III Vasilyevich (1462-1505) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1486-1502 |
| Value | 1 Denga (0.005) |
| Currency | Rouble (1381-1534) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.39 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#121001 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
In the center of the three-petal flower.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering: KNZЬВГЛIКIИВАНЪВАСIЛЬЕ
Unabridged legend: КНЯЗЬ ВЕЛИКИЙ ИВАН ВАСИЛЬЕВИЧ
Translation: Grand Duchy Ivan Vasilyevich
Comment
© Image courtesy of Ступинский поисковик
Oreshnikov A.V. "Russian coins before 1547", Moscow, 1896. №669 (table XI, pic. 516).
Chertkov A.D., "Description of ancient Russian coins", Moscow, 1834. №88 (table V, figure 11).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denga coin is that it was used as a form of currency in the Grand Principality of Moscow during the reign of Ivan III (also known as Ivan the Great) in the late 15th century. Despite being made of silver, the coin was not valued for its precious metal content, but rather for its face value as a medium of exchange. This highlights the importance of standardized currency in facilitating trade and commerce, especially during a time of economic growth and expansion in Russia.
