2 Schillings 1604-1609 front 2 Schillings 1604-1609 back
2 Schillings 1604-1609 photo
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2 Schillings

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Mecklenburg-Güstrow (German States)
Duke
Charles I (Karl I) (1603-1610)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1604-1609
Value
2 Schillings (1⁄16)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#396577
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Shield, above it imperial orb, DS intertwined in the shield

Lettering:
QUERI. THESAUROS. ICELO
0 7

Interesting fact

The 2 Schillings coin from the Duchy of Mecklenburg-Güstrow (German States) made of Silver is notable for its unique design. On one side, it features a portrait of Duke Johann Albrecht I, while the other side bears the coat of arms of the duchy. What's interesting is that the coat of arms includes a image of a griffin, which is a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle. This symbolism was likely chosen to represent the duchy's strength and power.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1604 j 24000 - - - - - -
1605 j 3109 - - - - - -
1606 d 8280 - - - - - -
1607 d 5909 - - - - - -
1608 a 13000 - - - - - -
1608 d 9348 - - - - - -
1609 a 58000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Schillings 1604-1609 coin.