The Crnojevic Dynasty began with two brothers Djuradj and Ljes (Aleksa) Djurasevic/Crnojevic, from the area around the Mount Lovcen in northern Zeta. But far more important roles in establishing this family's rule in Zeta were played by Stefan Crnojević (1427-1465) and his son Ivan (1465-1490). Ivan's son Djuradj (1490-1496) was the last ruler from this dynasty.