1 Ducat - Michael I Apafi 1667-1677 front 1 Ducat - Michael I Apafi 1667-1677 back
1 Ducat - Michael I Apafi 1667-1677 photo
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1 Ducat - Michael I Apafi

 
Gold 3.47 g -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States)
Prince
Michael I Apafi (Mihály Apafi) (1661-1690)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1667-1677
Value
1 Ducat
Currency
Thaler (1526-1780)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.47 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#168870
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

The 1 Ducat coin from the Principality of Transylvania, minted during the reign of Michael I Apafi (1667-1677), is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was used as a means of payment for the ransom of the French king, Louis XIV, who was held captive by the Holy Roman Emperor, Leopold I, during the Franco-Austrian War. This highlights the significance and value of the coin during that time period.