1 Thaler - Michael I Apafi 1662 front 1 Thaler - Michael I Apafi 1662 back
1 Thaler - Michael I Apafi 1662 photo
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1 Thaler - Michael I Apafi

1662 year
Silver 29.21 g 42 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States)
Prince
Michael I Apafi (Mihály Apafi) (1661-1690)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1662
Value
1 Thaler (Tallér)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1780)
Composition
Silver
Weight
29.21 g
Diameter
42 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#192474
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: (leaf) PAR · REG · HVN · D · · (TE) SICV · CO · 1662 ·

Interesting fact

The Michael I Apafi 1662 Thaler coin from the Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) features an image of the prince on horseback, surrounded by an elaborate design that includes the coat of arms of the Apafi family and other symbols of power and authority. The coin's design was meant to convey the wealth and influence of the Principality, and it remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.