Austrian coins bearing the inscription “Republik Österreich” (Republic of Austria) have been issued in various denominations and metals throughout different periods.
- From 1925 to 1938 and 1945 to 2002, Austria used the Schilling as its currency, subdivided into 100 Groschen.
- Coins were minted in various metals like bronze, cupro-nickel, silver, and gold.
- These coins may feature designs such as the Austrian national coat of arms (an eagle with the Austrian escutcheon on its chest), the Edelweiss flower, or other national symbols.
- A 1968 Republic Osterreich (Austria) One Shilling coin is currently available for purchase on eBay for around $4 USD.
- Ten mixed Schilling and Groschen coins from the Second Schilling period (1945-2001) can be purchased on eBay for around $16.94 USD.
- In 1999, Austria adopted the Euro as its official currency, with a fixed conversion rate of 1 Euro = 13.7603 Schilling.
- Austrian Euro coins feature unique designs for each denomination, with different themes for the three series of coins: Austrian flowers for minor coins, Viennese architecture for middle coins, and famous Austrians for the two major coins.
- These designs are created by Josef Kaiser and incorporate the 12 stars of the EU, the Flag of Austria, and the year of imprint.
- Austria has also issued commemorative Euro coins, such as one celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Austrian Republic. This coin depicts the statue of Pallas Athena in front of the Austrian Parliament in Vienna.
- Austria has a rich coinage history, producing coins in various standards and denominations, including the Gulden (Florin), Krone, and Thaler, such as the Maria Theresa Thaler.
- Coins like the 1915 Austrian Gold 1 Ducat coin are available for purchase on platforms like eBay . This particular coin has a fineness of 0.986 gold and may be purchased for approximately $1500 USD.
The value of “Republik Österreich” coins can vary depending on factors such as their age, metal composition, denomination, condition (e.g., uncirculated, circulated), and rarity. For example, an uncirculated Austria 1 Schilling 1967 coin is valued at around $700,000 due to its scarcity and historical significance. Older coins or coins made of precious metals like gold or silver may fetch higher prices. Collector coins are also listed on sites such as [Numiscorner.com].
“Republik Österreich” coins can be purchased from various online marketplaces like [eBay] and [Etsy] , as well as from specialized coin dealers and numismatic shops. The Münze Österreich AG (Austrian Mint) is also a source for purchasing coins.
What is the Republic of osterreich coin?
Good point! The Austrian Mint started issuing these 1 Austrian Schilling coins in 1959. They were withdrawn from circulation in 2002. The Austrian coin of 1 schilling shows the edelweiss flower that growns in the Austrian mountains. The front side of the coin contains the text ‘Republik Österreich’.
What is the Osterreich silver coin?
I can help with that. The Austrian Silver Philharmonic coin is a 1-ounce silver coin that stands out for its stunning design and superb quality. Each coin is struck from 99.9% pure silver (0.999 fineness) and has a diameter of 37 mm and a thickness of 3.2 mm, making it a substantial and impressive piece.
What to do with old Austrian shillings?
I can help with that. The OeNB will still exchange unlimited amounts of schilling banknotes and coins of the last series into euro for an unlimited period. The exchange rate is 1 Euro = 13.7603 Schilling.