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10 Ducats - Michael I Apafi
| Gold (.986) | 35.1 g | 42.5 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Michael I Apafi (Mihály Apafi) (1661-1690) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1668-1671 |
| Value | 10 Ducats |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1780) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 35.1 g |
| Diameter | 42.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#111813 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms, date in legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAR·REG·HVN·DOM·ET·SICCO·1670
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Ducats - Michael I Apafi (1661-1690) 1668-1671 coin from Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil and political upheaval in the region. The Principality of Transylvania was a semi-independent state within the Hungarian Kingdom, and Michael I Apafi was a powerful nobleman who played a significant role in the political and military conflicts of the time. Despite the challenges and uncertainties of the era, the coin remains a testament to the enduring legacy of the Principality of Transylvania and its rich cultural heritage.
