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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
4 Thalers - Michael I Apafi
1668 year| Silver | 114.5 g | 44.5 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Michael I Apafi (Mihály Apafi) (1661-1690) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1668 |
| Value | 4 Thalers (Tallér) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1780) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 114.5 g |
| Diameter | 44.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#192473 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAR · REG · HVN · DOM · ET · SI · CO · 1668 (leaf)
Comment
Later restrike.Interesting fact
The 4 Thalers coin from the Principality of Transylvania, minted in 1668 during the reign of Michael I Apafi, features an interesting design element - a unique coat of arms on the reverse side. The coat of arms depicts a shield with the symbols of the seven Transylvanian Saxon cities, representing the alliance between the Principality and the Saxon communities. This design was specifically created for this coin and is not found on any other coins from the same period, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
