© Huletski, Petrunin - Russian Medieval Coins (2017)
© Huletski, Petrunin - Russian Medieval Coins (2017)
Denga - Vasily I Dmitriyevich (Beast right / Arabic legend) ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Grand principality of Moscow (Rus Principalities) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Vasiliy I Dmitrievich (1389-1425) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 1 Denga (0.005) |
| Currency | Rouble (1381-1534) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (wire) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | 1400 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#429794 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Simplified Arabic legend (Kufic script) in a square frame.
Script: Arabic (kufic)
Lettering:
ن
السلطاتو
قتاهش
خان خلد
Translation: Sultan Toktamysh Khan, may he be immortalized...
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique blend of Russian and Islamic influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of a beast, which is a common motif in Russian medieval art, while the reverse side features an Arabic inscription, indicating the influence of Islamic culture on the Grand Principality of Moscow during that time. This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex history and cultural exchange that took place in the region during the Middle Ages.
