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Denga - Vasily II the Blind ND
| Silver | 0.55 g | 12.5 mm |
| Issuer | Grand principality of Moscow (Rus Principalities) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Vasiliy II Vasilyevich the Blind (1425-1434) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1425-1446 |
| Value | 1 Denga (0.005) |
| Currency | Rouble (1381-1534) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.55 g |
| Diameter | 12.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#177055 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Imitation of an Arabic inscription
Comment
Http://silver-copeck.ru/002.htmlhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vasily_II_of_Moscow
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 1425, 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 features Vasily II on one side and the Moscow Kremlin on the other, symbolizing the power and authority of the Grand Prince.
