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Denga - Vasily II the Blind Mozhaysk style ND
| Silver | 0.74 g | - |
| Issuer | Grand principality of Moscow (Rus Principalities) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Vasiliy II Vasilyevich the Blind (1425-1434) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1425-1434 |
| Value | 1 Denga (0.005) |
| Currency | Rouble (1381-1534) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.74 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (wire) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#325267 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Inscription in 4 lines in cartouche
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
КНAZ
Ь ВЕЛН
KI ВАС
•IЛЕIC
Translation:
Duke
the Great
Vasiliy
Comment
«Mozhaysk style» coins are identifiable by the decorated cartouche, common on some contemporary coins of the Dukes of Mozhaysk. There are different opinions whether these issues were actually struck in Moscow or in Mozhaysk on behalf of Vasily II the Blind.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Vasily II the Blind, who was the Grand Prince of Moscow from 1425 to 1434. Despite being blind, Vasily II was known for his strong leadership and military victories, and his coinage reflects the prosperity and cultural achievements of his reign. The Mozhaysk style of the coin, which features a simplified design and a emphasis on the prince's title, was a departure from the more intricate designs of previous eras and reflected the influence of the rising middle class on the art and culture of the time.
