100 Schilling (Festung Hohensalzburg) 1977 front 100 Schilling (Festung Hohensalzburg) 1977 back
100 Schilling (Festung Hohensalzburg) 1977 photo
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100 Schilling Festung Hohensalzburg

1977 year
Silver (.640) (Copper .360) 23.93 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
Austria
Period
Second Republic (1945-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1977
Value
100 Schilling (100&nbspATS)
Currency
Second Schilling (1945-2001)
Composition
Silver (.640) (Copper .360)
Weight
23.93 g
Diameter
36 mm
Thickness
2.58 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
28 February 2002
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#13376
Rarity index
22%

Reverse

View of the fortress. On the left, a 5-line inscription and the date.Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
900
JAHRE
FESTUNG
HOHEN-
SALZBURG
1977

Engraver: Wolfgang Pichl

Comment

This fortress, located south of Berchtesgaden near the German border, was begun in 1077 and completed nearly 500 years later.Automatically translated

Interesting fact

The 100 Schilling (Festung Hohensalzburg) 1977 coin from Austria features a unique design, showcasing the Hohensalzburg Fortress, a historic fortress located in Salzburg, Austria. The fortress was built in the 11th century and has been used for various purposes over the centuries, including as a prison and a military base. Today, it serves as a popular tourist attraction and museum. The coin's design highlights the fortress's imposing architecture and rich history, making it a fascinating collector's item for anyone interested in Austrian history and culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1977  122000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Schilling (Festung Hohensalzburg) 1977 coin.