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Denga - Ivan III Novgorod, letter M ND
| Silver (.960) | 0.74 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Grand principality of Moscow (Rus Principalities) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Ivan III Vasilyevich (1462-1505) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1478-1505 |
| Value | 1 Denga (0.005) |
| Currency | Rouble (1381-1534) |
| Composition | Silver (.960) |
| Weight | 0.74 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#155605 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Cyrillic inscription.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
.WСП.
ОДАРЬ
ВСЕЯР
УСИ·
Translation: Sovereign of All Rus
Comment
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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. This coin was made of silver and weighed 0.74 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The fact that it was made of silver and had a relatively high weight indicates that it was a valuable and important coin in its time. Additionally, the letter "M" on the coin indicates that it was minted in the city of Novgorod, which was an important center of trade and commerce in medieval Russia.
