1 Scherf - Bogislaw XIII 1588-1595 front 1 Scherf - Bogislaw XIII 1588-1595 back
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1 Scherf - Bogislaw XIII

 
Copper 0.53 g 13.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Pomerania-Barth (German States)
Duke
Bogislaus XIII (Boguslaw XIII) (1569-1603)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1588-1595
Value
1 Scherf = ½ Pfennig = 1 Halbling (1⁄576)
Composition
Copper
Weight
0.53 g
Diameter
13.5 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#129410
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned griffin to left, date divided by hind leg

Script: Latin

Lettering: 88

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Scherf - Bogislaw XIII 1588-1595 from Duchy of Pomerania-Barth (German States) made of Copper weighing 0.53 g is that it features a unique design, with an image of Bogislaw XIII, the Duke of Pomerania-Barth, on one side and a shield with the coat of arms of the Duchy on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great change in the region, as the Duchy of Pomerania-Barth was struggling to maintain its independence in the face of growing pressure from neighboring powers. Despite this, the coin remains a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the region.