© Huletski, Petrunin - Russian Medieval Coins (2017)
© Huletski, Petrunin - Russian Medieval Coins (2017)
Half-denga - Vasily I Dmitriyevich Cyrillic legend / Leopard left ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Grand principality of Moscow (Rus Principalities) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Vasiliy I Dmitrievich (1389-1425) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1420-1423 |
| Value | ½ Denga |
| Currency | Rouble (1381-1534) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | 1423 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#430609 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Leopard to the left.
The old reverse die of a half-denga (HP II #1324) is re-used.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Half-denga coin with Vasily I Dmitriyevich (Cyrillic legend / Leopard left) ND (1420-1423) from the Grand Principality of Moscow (Rus Principalities) made of Silver is that it was used as a form of currency during a time of great economic and political change in Russia. The coin was minted during the reign of Vasily I Dmitriyevich, who was the Grand Prince of Moscow from 1380 to 1425. This was a period of significant expansion and consolidation for the Grand Principality of Moscow, which was emerging as a major power in Eastern Europe. The use of silver coins like the Half-denga helped to facilitate trade and commerce within the region and beyond.
