1 Thaler - Michael I Apafi 1670 front 1 Thaler - Michael I Apafi 1670 back
1 Thaler - Michael I Apafi 1670 photo
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1 Thaler - Michael I Apafi

1670 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States)
Prince
Michael I Apafi (Mihály Apafi) (1661-1690)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1670
Value
1 Thaler (Tallér)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1780)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#192476
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin minted during the reign of Michael I Apafi in the Principality of Transylvania (now part of Hungary) in 1670 is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely used metal for currency during that time period. The use of silver in coins was a symbol of wealth and power, and it was often used to mint coins for important transactions and trade. The fact that this coin was made of silver speaks to the importance and value placed on it during that time.