© Huletski, Petrunin - Russian Medieval Coins (2017)
© Huletski, Petrunin - Russian Medieval Coins (2017)
Denga - Vasily I Dmitriyevich Cyrillic legend / Falconer right ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Grand principality of Moscow (Rus Principalities) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Vasiliy I Dmitrievich (1389-1425) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1412-1420 |
| Value | 1 Denga (0.005) |
| Currency | Rouble (1381-1534) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | 1420 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#431623 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Falconer to the right, Cyrillic legend.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering: ...ВЕЛНКН ВАСНЛЕН
Translation: Grand Prince Vasily.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of imagery and inscriptions that reflect the cultural and political influences of the time. The coin's obverse side features a Cyrillic legend and a falconer right, which symbolizes the Grand Prince's love of falconry, a popular sport among the nobility during the Middle Ages. The reverse side of the coin features a representation of Saint George slaying a dragon, which was a common motif in medieval Russian art and symbolized the victory of good over evil. The use of silver in the coin's minting also signifies the importance of this precious metal in the Russian economy during the 15th century.
