Denneng (Danish imitation of Kopeck Mikhail Fyodorovich) ND (1619) front Denneng (Danish imitation of Kopeck Mikhail Fyodorovich) ND (1619) back
Denneng (Danish imitation of Kopeck Mikhail Fyodorovich) ND (1619) photo
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Denneng Danish imitation of Kopeck Mikhail Fyodorovich ND

1619 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Russian Empire
Tsar
Michael I (1613-1645)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1619
Value
1 Kopeck (1 Копейка) (0.01)
Currency
Rouble (1533-1717)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (wire)
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#111718
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cyrillic inscription.

Script: Cyrillic

Comment

Danish Denneng with the name of Mikhail Fedorovich, imitation of a Kopeck.
Minted by Albert Dionysus in Gluckstadt, Denmark.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Denneng coin is that it was used as a form of currency in the Russian Empire during a time of economic turmoil. The coin was introduced by Tsar Mikhail Fyodorovich in 1619 as a replacement for the traditional Kopeck coin, which had become devalued due to excessive minting. The Denneng coin was made of silver and had a unique design, featuring the image of a horseman on one side and the Russian coat of arms on the other. Despite its introduction during a time of economic uncertainty, the Denneng coin remained in circulation for over a century and is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item.