© H. D. Rauch
© H. D. Rauch
4 Ducats - Michael I Apafi
1668 year| Gold | 14.17 g | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Michael I Apafi (Mihály Apafi) (1661-1690) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1668 |
| Value | 4 Ducats |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1780) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 14.17 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#195533 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Comment
This coin is not listed in any catalogue.Interesting fact
The 4 Ducats - Michael I Apafi 1668 coin from the Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) is interesting because it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the region. The Principality of Transylvania was a vassal state of the Ottoman Empire, and Michael I Apafi was the Prince of Transylvania from 1661 until his death in 1690. The coin was minted in 1668, during a period of relative peace and stability in the region, which allowed for the production of high-quality gold coins like this one. Despite the turmoil and conflict that surrounded the Principality of Transylvania during this time, the 4 Ducats - Michael I Apafi 1668 coin remains a testament to the region's rich history and cultural heritage.
