Denga - Vasily II the Blind ND
| Silver | 0.49 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Grand principality of Moscow (Rus Principalities) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Vasiliy II Vasilyevich the Blind (1425-1434) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1435-1445 |
| Value | 1 Denga (0.005) |
| Currency | Rouble (1381-1534) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.49 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#283380 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cyrillic inscription, dotted border
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
В+Е
Л КНZЬ
ВАСИЛ
EIBV
Translation: Grand Prince Vasily
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 struggles for power among the boyars, or nobles, and the church. Despite these challenges, the coinage during his reign remained consistent, with the Denga coin being one of the most widely used denominations. This coin's design, featuring the image of Vasily II, symbolized the power and authority of the Grand Prince, and its silver content made it a valuable and reliable form of currency for the people of Moscow.
