© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg (www.kuenker.de)
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg (www.kuenker.de)
1 Thaler - Ulrich III
1574 year| Silver | 28.95 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Mecklenburg-Güstrow (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Ulrich III (1555-1603) |
| Emperor | Maximilian II (1564-1576) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1574 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.95 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#162466 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, orb on breast with '3Z,' date divided by crown at top.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAXIMILIAN. D. G. ROM. IM(P). SEM. AVG(V).
Comment
Minted in GrevesmühlenInteresting fact
The obverse of the coin features an image of Ulrich III, the Duke of Mecklenburg-Güstrow, dressed in elaborate attire and holding a scepter. The reverse of the coin depicts the coat of arms of the Duchy of Mecklenburg-Güstrow, which includes a griffin and a shield with the family crest of the House of Mecklenburg. The coin's design was created by the artist and engraver, Christian Wermuth, who was active during the 16th century.
