50 Schilling (Austria) 1996 front 50 Schilling (Austria) 1996 back
50 Schilling (Austria) 1996 photo
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50 Schilling Austria

1996 year
Bimetallic: copper-nickel plated nickel centre in aluminium bronze ring 8.15 g 26.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Austria
Period
Second Republic (1945-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1996
Value
50 Schilling (50&nbspATS)
Currency
Second Schilling (1945-2001)
Composition
Bimetallic: copper-nickel plated nickel centre in aluminium bronze ring
Weight
8.15 g
Diameter
26.5 mm
Thickness
2.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
28 February 2002
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#12458
Rarity index
24%

Reverse

Margrave Heinrich I in armor on horseback to the right, carrying Babenberg dynasty banner. Below, the Babenberg arms with the word "Ostarrichi" as it first appeared in 996.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
HEINRICH I.
ZANASCHKA
1000 JAHRE OSTARRICHI 996-1996

Translation: 1000 years of Ostarrichi

Engraver: Andreas Zanaschka

Edge

Plain

Comment

996, date of the first appearance of the word Ostarrichi on a Bavarian document by Otto III Holy Roman Emperor referring to a small area of the extreme eastern Bavaria, is considered the symbolic date of birth of Austria. This territory belonged to the Babenberg dynasty, Leopold I and his son Henry I, Margrave in 996.

Interesting fact

The 50 Schilling coin from Austria, issued in 1996, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a bimetallic composition, with a copper-nickel plated nickel center surrounded by an aluminum bronze ring. This unique blend of metals not only adds to the coin's aesthetic appeal but also makes it durable and resistant to wear and tear. The coin's design, which includes the iconic Austrian Alps and a stunning portrait of Emperor Franz Joseph I, is a testament to the country's rich history and cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1996  100000 - - - - - -

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