100 Schilling (Arlberg-Tunnel) 1978 front 100 Schilling (Arlberg-Tunnel) 1978 back
100 Schilling (Arlberg-Tunnel) 1978 photo
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100 Schilling Arlberg-Tunnel

1978 year
Silver (.640) (Copper .360) 23.93 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
Austria
Period
Second Republic (1945-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1978
Value
100 Schilling (100&nbspATS)
Currency
Second Schilling (1945-2001)
Composition
Silver (.640) (Copper .360)
Weight
23.93 g
Diameter
36 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
28 February 2002
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#13380
Rarity index
22%

Reverse

Sun above banner, mountains below, hands in front of mountains,
circle surrounds all, two dates in legend, two shields below circle

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ARLBERGSTRASSENTUNNEL ERBAUT
1974-1978
ZELGER

Engraver: Arthur Zelger

Interesting fact

The 100 Schilling (Arlberg-Tunnel) coin from Austria, minted in 1978, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Emperor Franz Joseph I, who ruled Austria from 1848 to 1916, while the reverse side depicts the Arlberg Tunnel, a significant engineering project that connects the provinces of Tyrol and Vorarlberg through the Arlberg Pass. The coin's design serves as a testament to Austria's rich history, cultural heritage, and engineering prowess.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1978  80000 - - - - - -

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