100 Ducats - Michael I Apafi 1677 front 100 Ducats - Michael I Apafi 1677 back
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100 Ducats - Michael I Apafi

1677 year
Gold (.986) 350 g 85 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States)
Prince
Michael I Apafi (Mihály Apafi) (1661-1690)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1677
Value
100 Ducats (1000)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1780)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
350 g
Diameter
85 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#417564
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned arms within olive branch.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PART REG HVNGARIÆ DNS ET SI CO 1677
SPES CONFISA DEO NVMQUAM CONFVSA RECEDIT FIDENTEM NESCIT DESERVISSE DEVS
A F

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 100 Ducats - Michael I Apafi 1677 coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Principality of Transylvania. The coin was issued during the reign of Michael I Apafi, who was the Prince of Transylvania from 1661 to 1690. During his reign, the Principality faced numerous challenges, including conflicts with the neighboring Ottoman Empire and the Holy Roman Empire, as well as internal struggles between different noble factions. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the region.