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Denga - Ivan IV non-state mintage ND
| Silver | 0.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Tsar | Ivan IV the Terrible (1547-1584) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1535-1547 |
| Value | 1 Denga (1 Деньга) (0.005) |
| Currency | Rouble (1533-1717) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (wire) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#364329 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Below the tilde a three-line Cyrillic inscription.
Legend «КНЯЗЬ ВЕЛИКИЙ ИВАН».
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
КНSЬ
BEЛIKI
ИВАН
Translation: Grand Duke Ivan
Comment
Counterfeit intended for circulationInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Denga - Ivan IV (non-state mintage) ND (1535-1547) coin from the Russian Empire is that it was minted during the reign of Ivan IV, also known as Ivan the Terrible, who was the first Tsar of Russia and ruled from 1533 to 1584. This coin was minted outside of the state mint, and it is made of silver, weighing 0.2 grams. It is a rare and valuable coin among collectors, and its design features the image of Ivan IV on one side and the Moscow coat of arms on the other.
