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Denga - Vasiliy III Pskov; Ѳ ND
| Silver | 0.73 g | - |
| Issuer | Grand principality of Moscow (Rus Principalities) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Vasiliy III Ivanovich (1505-1533) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1526-1533 |
| Value | 1 Denga (0.005) |
| Currency | Rouble (1381-1534) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.73 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (wire) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#325268 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Inscription in 4 or 5 lines
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
•ДЕ:
НГА П
СКWВ
CКА-
Я
Unabridged legend: Денга Псковская
Translation: Denga of Pskov
Comment
Varieties exist: http://silver-copeck.ru/8016/4.htmlInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Vasiliy III, who was the Grand Prince of Moscow from 1505 to 1533. During his reign, he centralized power and reformed the government, military, and economy, leading to a period of stability and growth for the Grand Principality of Moscow.
