Denga - Vasiliy III ND (1505-1533) front Denga - Vasiliy III ND (1505-1533) back
Denga - Vasiliy III ND (1505-1533) photo
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Denga - Vasiliy III ND

 
Silver 0.39 g -
Description
Issuer
Grand principality of Moscow (Rus Principalities)
Prince
Vasiliy III Ivanovich (1505-1533)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1505-1533
Value
1 Denga (0.005)
Currency
Rouble (1381-1534)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.39 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#192429
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Inscription.

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering: Государь всея Руси

Translation: Sovereign of All Rus

Comment

Zaitsev# 34: Obverse stamp № 12, M below horse; reverse stamp № 14.


Zaitsev# 35: Obverse stamp № 14, severed head below horse; reverse stamp № 14.


Source: Silver Copeck

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Denga coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the reign of Vasiliy III, who was the Grand Prince of Moscow from 1505 to 1533. During his rule, he implemented a number of economic reforms, including the introduction of a new monetary system that included the use of coins like the Denga. This coin was made of silver and weighed 0.39 grams, making it a valuable form of currency at the time. Despite its small size, the Denga played an important role in the economy of the Grand Principality of Moscow, and it remains an interesting piece of history for collectors and historians today.