1 Thaler - Michael I Apafi 1665-1667 front 1 Thaler - Michael I Apafi 1665-1667 back
1 Thaler - Michael I Apafi 1665-1667 photo
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1 Thaler - Michael I Apafi

 
Silver 27.44 g -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States)
Prince
Michael I Apafi (Mihály Apafi) (1661-1690)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1665-1667
Value
1 Thaler (Tallér)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1780)
Composition
Silver
Weight
27.44 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#72402
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Comment

R.: 63 H.: 745 ÉHIII: 467/b

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Principality of Transylvania is that it features an image of Michael I Apafi, who was the Prince of Transylvania from 1665 to 1667. The coin was minted during his reign and bears his name and title in Latin on the obverse side, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Apafi family. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of numismatic history, providing a glimpse into the political and cultural heritage of the region during the 17th century.