© Huletski, Petrunin - Russian Medieval Coins (2017)
© Huletski, Petrunin - Russian Medieval Coins (2017)
Half-denga - Vasily I Dmitriyevich Cyrillic legend / Warrior en-face ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Grand principality of Moscow (Rus Principalities) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Vasiliy I Dmitrievich (1389-1425) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1413-1416 |
| Value | ½ Denga |
| Currency | Rouble (1381-1534) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | 1416 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#431157 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Warrior standing en-face.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Half-denga coin with Vasily I Dmitriyevich (Cyrillic legend / Warrior en-face) ND (1413-1416) from the Grand Principality of Moscow (Rus Principalities) made of Silver is that it was used as a means of payment and exchange during a time of great cultural and economic growth in Russia. The coin's design, featuring a warrior on horseback, symbolized the strength and power of the Moscow Principality, which was a major center of trade and commerce in Eastern Europe during the 15th century. The use of silver in the coin's minting also signified the wealth and prosperity of the region.
