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1 Schilling - John Albert II
| Silver | 1.02 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Mecklenburg-Güstrow (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John Albert II (Hans Albrecht II) (1610-1636) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1622-1624 |
| Value | 1 Schilling (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.02 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#158536 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
6-line inscription with denomination and date. Date divided at bottom by mintmark.
Script: Latin
Lettering: I // SCHIL // LING ME // CHELN . // BVRG . // (Date).
Interesting fact
The 1 Schilling coin from the Duchy of Mecklenburg-Güstrow, issued during the reign of John Albert II (1622-1624), features an interesting design element - a stylized image of a griffin, a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle. This symbol was used to represent the dual nature of the duchy, which was both a terrestrial and a maritime power. The use of a griffin on the coin highlights the importance of this mythical creature in the region's cultural and political history.
