Denga - Vasily II the Blind ND (1447-1460) front Denga - Vasily II the Blind ND (1447-1460) back
Denga - Vasily II the Blind ND (1447-1460) photo
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Denga - Vasily II the Blind ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Grand principality of Moscow (Rus Principalities)
Prince
Vasiliy II Vasilyevich the Blind (1434-1462)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1447-1460
Value
1 Denga (0.005)
Currency
Rouble (1381-1534)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#189753
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Horseman with a spear to the right.

Script: Cyrillic

Interesting fact

The Denga coin , which features Vasily II the Blind, is a rare example of a coin that was issued by a blind ruler. Vasily II lost his sight in 1444, and yet he continued to rule the Grand Principality of Moscow until his death in 1460. Despite his disability, he was able to issue coins that bore his image, which is a testament to his resilience and determination as a leader.