Description
Germany, Mecklenburg, Albrecht VII (1503-1547), silver Groschen, 1528, Güstrow mint, coat of arms. Rev. Long cross fleurée with voided lozenge at center; coats of arms in quarters of Schwerin, Rostock, Stargard und Werle, 2.16g (Kunzel 64; Sch. 2119).
In NGC holder graded MS 62. Finest known in NGC census.
This coin showcases the traditional symbol of Mecklenburg, the grinning steer’s head. It represents what early inhabitants of Mecklenburg would wear into battle and instill fear in the enemy.
