1 Thaler - Ulrich III 1574 front 1 Thaler - Ulrich III 1574 back
1 Thaler - Ulrich III 1574 photo
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1 Thaler - Ulrich III

1574 year
Silver 28.95 g -
Description
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
References
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 Grevesmühlen

Interesting 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.