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1 Scherf - Ulrich III
| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Mecklenburg-Güstrow (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Ulrich III (1555-1603) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1558-1593 |
| Value | 1 Scherf = ½ Pfennig (1⁄1152) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#168757 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
2-line inscription, usually divided by horizontal line.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SCH
ARF.
Comment
Grevesmühlen mintInteresting fact
The coat of arms on the coin features a griffin, which is a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle. The griffin was a symbol of the Duchy of Mecklenburg-Güstrow and was used on many of its coins.