Denga ND (1420-1445) front Denga ND (1420-1445) back
Denga ND (1420-1445) photo
© Kirill Babayev

Denga ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
City of Torzhok (Rus Principalities)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1420-1445
Value
1 Denga (1⁄200)
Currency
Denga
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#178444
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cyrillic inscription.

Edge

Plain

Comment

Note: should be moved to a separate category.

Interesting fact

The Denga ND coin was used as a form of currency during the reign of Grand Prince Vasily II of Moscow, who ruled from 1425 to 1433. It was during his reign that the coin was minted in the city of Torzhok, which was an important trading center and minting facility in the Rus Principalities. The use of silver in the coin's composition was a significant departure from the previous coins that were made of copper or other base metals, and it reflected the growing wealth and influence of the Grand Principality of Moscow during this period.