© Huletski, Petrunin - Russian Medieval Coins (2017)
© Huletski, Petrunin - Russian Medieval Coins (2017)
Denga - Vasily I Dmitriyevich Cyrillic legend / Horseman with a spear ND
| Silver | 0.69 g | - |
| Issuer | Grand principality of Moscow (Rus Principalities) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Vasiliy I Dmitrievich (1389-1425) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1420-1423 |
| Value | 1 Denga (0.005) |
| Currency | Rouble (1381-1534) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.69 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | 1423 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#430775 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Horseman with a spear to the right. Elegantly stabs the snake behind his back.
Cyrillic legend.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering: КНЯSЬ ВЕЛNKИ ВАСИЛЕИ
Translation: Grand Prince Vasily.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of imagery and inscription. On one side, it depicts a horseman with a spear, which was a common motif in medieval Russian coinage, symbolizing strength and military prowess. On the other side, it bears a Cyrillic inscription, "Василий I Дмитриевич" (Vasily I Dmitriyevich), indicating the name of the ruler who issued the coin. This combination of a military symbol and a royal name highlights the dual nature of the prince's power, both as a military leader and a sovereign ruler.
