1 Thaler - Ulrich III 1577-1578 front 1 Thaler - Ulrich III 1577-1578 back
1 Thaler - Ulrich III 1577-1578 photo
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.

1 Thaler - Ulrich III

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Mecklenburg-Güstrow (German States)
Duke
Ulrich III (1555-1603)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1577-1578
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#168898
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

4-fold arms with central shield of Schwerin, 3 helmets above, supported by steer on left and griffin on right, date at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: HERRE. GOTT. VERLEI(CH). VNS. G(N)(A).

Comment

Minted in Grevesmühlen

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin from the Duchy of Mecklenburg-Güstrow, minted during the reign of Ulrich III (1577-1578), was made of silver and features a unique design. On one side, it depicts the coat of arms of the Mecklenburg-Güstrow family, while the other side features a portrait of Ulrich III himself. This coin was used as a standard circulation coin in the German States during that time period, and its silver content made it a valuable and reliable form of currency.