Dynasty
Rurikids
Numerous princely branches
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- 862–1598
A princely family traditionally traced back to Rurik. A reliable continuous genealogy can be traced from Igor and Olga. The Moscow royal line ended with the death of Feodor Ivanovich in 1598; Vasily Shuisky, from another Rurikid branch, later ruled in 1606–1610.
- Early origins
- The chronicle genealogy contains disputed links.
- Branches
- Separate branches ruled different principalities at the same time.
- Symbols
- Princely emblems were personal and changed over time. No universal ancient coat of arms for all the Rurikids has been established.