1960-1968 Austria Silver 5 Schilling Avg Circ
1960-1968 Austria Silver 5 Schilling Avg Circ
During the years 1960 to 1968, Austria issued its final circulating silver 5 Schilling coin. This piece represents the end of an era for Austrian circulating silver coinage, struck with a silver purity of 64 percent, which equates to 0.107 troy ounces of precious metal. The obverse of this coin showcases a dynamic left-facing horse and rider from the world-renowned Spanish Riding School in Vienna. Surrounding this elegant equestrian depiction is the inscription "Republik Osterreich," identifying the issuing nation. On the reverse, the coin features the Austrian escutcheon, or shield, flanked by two detailed laurel branches. The face value of 5 Schilling is clearly displayed on this side. Known to catalogers as KM-2889, these coins are found in average circulated condition, bearing the authentic marks of their time in active commerce.
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Specifications
| Country | Spain |
|---|---|
| Grade | Average Circulated |
| Legal-tender face value | 5 Schilling |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.1070 troy oz |
| Purity | .640 |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
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