Pulo - Vasiliy III (Tver; Griffin) ND (1492-1505) front Pulo - Vasiliy III (Tver; Griffin) ND (1492-1505) back
Pulo - Vasiliy III (Tver; Griffin) ND (1492-1505) photo
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Pulo - Vasiliy III Tver; Griffin ND

 
Copper 0.41 g -
Description
Issuer
Grand principality of Moscow (Rus Principalities)
Prince
Vasiliy III Ivanovich (1505-1533)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1492-1505
Value
Pulo = 1⁄60 Denga (1⁄12000)
Currency
Rouble (1381-1534)
Composition
Copper
Weight
0.41 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#113314
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Legend "Пуло тверское".

Lettering:
ПУЛ
ОТВЕРЬ
СКОЕ

Translation: Pulo Tver

Comment

Average weight 0.44-0.47 g.


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Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a griffin on one side, which was a symbol of protection and strength in medieval times.