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10 Ducats - Michael I Apafi
1662 year| Gold | 34.59 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Michael I Apafi (Mihály Apafi) (1661-1690) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1662 |
| Value | 10 Ducats |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1780) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 34.59 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#192447 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: (leaf) PAR · REG · HVN · D · · (TE) SICV · CO · 1662 ·
Interesting fact
The 10 Ducats - Michael I Apafi 1662 coin from the Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) is interesting because it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the region. The Principality of Transylvania was a semi-independent state that emerged in the 16th century, and Michael I Apafi was a prince who ruled during a period of conflict with the neighboring Ottoman Empire. Despite these challenges, the coinage of the Principality of Transylvania during this time was known for its high quality and beauty, and the 10 Ducats coin is a prime example of this. It features an intricate design and is made of gold, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time. Today, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and historians, not only for its monetary value but also for its historical significance and artistic beauty.
