© Auktionen Frühwald
© Auktionen Frühwald
½ Thaler - Michael I Apafi
1664 year| Silver | 13.34 g | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Michael I Apafi (Mihály Apafi) (1661-1690) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1664 |
| Value | ½ Thaler (Tallér) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1780) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.34 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#165938 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Comment
Rare, not even in catalogs.Interesting fact
The ½ Thaler coin from the Principality of Transylvania, minted in 1664 during the reign of Michael I Apafi, features an unusual design on its reverse side. Instead of the typical coat of arms or other symbol of the issuing authority, the coin bears an image of a turbaned Ottoman soldier, holding a spear and shield. This design was likely included as a nod to the Ottoman Empire, which had a significant influence over the region at the time.
