50 Schilling (Austrian Broadcasting) 1974 front 50 Schilling (Austrian Broadcasting) 1974 back
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50 Schilling Austrian Broadcasting

1974 year
Silver (.640) (Copper .360) 20 g 33.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Austria
Period
Second Republic (1945-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1974
Value
50 Schilling (50&nbspATS)
Currency
Second Schilling (1945-2001)
Composition
Silver (.640) (Copper .360)
Weight
20 g
Diameter
33.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
28 February 2002
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#12457
Rarity index
18%

Reverse

Broadcasting symbol, two dates at top

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1924-1974
50 JAHRE OSTERREICHISCHER RUNDFUNK

Engraver: Helga Wenisch

Edge

Smooth with recessed inscriptionAutomatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering: FUENFZIG SCHILLING

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50 Schilling (Austrian Broadcasting) 1974 coin from Austria is that it features a unique design that represents the country's broadcasting industry. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized microphone, while the reverse side features a radio tower. This design was chosen to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Austrian Broadcasting Corporation (ORF), which was established in 1955. The coin's unique design makes it a standout among other coins in the Austrian Schilling series, and it has become a popular collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1974  210000 - - - - - -

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