© Anumis
© Anumis
Denga - Vasily II the Blind ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Grand principality of Moscow (Rus Principalities) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Vasiliy II Vasilyevich the Blind (1425-1434) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1425-1433 |
| Value | 1 Denga (0.005) |
| Currency | Rouble (1381-1534) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#182336 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Imitation of the Arabic lettering.
Interesting fact
The Denga coin , which features Vasily II the Blind, is notable for its unique design. The coin's obverse (front side) features an image of the prince with his eyes depicted as closed, which is where he got his nickname "the Blind" from. This design choice was likely made to indicate that the prince was chosen by God, as the Russian Orthodox Church believed that people with disabilities were chosen by God for a higher purpose. This coin is a rare example of a coin that features a ruler with a disability, and it highlights the interesting intersection of religion and politics in medieval Russia.
