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Denga - Vasily II the Blind ND
| Silver | 0.6 g | - |
| Issuer | Grand principality of Moscow (Rus Principalities) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Vasiliy II Vasilyevich the Blind (1434-1462) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1446-1462 |
| Value | 1 Denga (0.005) |
| Currency | Rouble (1381-1534) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#157074 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Winged Siren.
Cyrillic inscription.
Script: Cyrillic
Translation: Grand Prince Vasily Vasiliyevich
Comment
http://silver-copeck.ru/003.html
Oreshnikov, A. V. "Russian coins before 1547", Moscow, 1896. №625 (pic. 471).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denga coin featuring Vasily II the Blind is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Grand Principality of Moscow. Vasily II ascended to the throne in 1446, but his reign was marked by power struggles with the boyars, or noble class, and the church. Despite these challenges, the coinage during his reign continued to be minted, with the Denga being one of the most widely used coins. This coin's design, featuring the image of Vasily II, symbolized the power and authority of the Grand Prince, even as his rule was contested by rival factions.
