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Austria Gold 20 Franc/8 Florin AU/BU (Random)

Austria Gold 20 Franc/8 Florin AU/BU (Random)

Austria Gold 20 Franc/8 Florin AU/BU (Random)


0.1867 troy oz .900 AU or Better

This striking gold coin represents a fascinating era of European monetary history, featuring a dual denomination of 8 Florins and 20 Francs. Struck in 0.900 fine gold with a precious metal content of 0.1867 troy ounces, the coin serves as a testament to the interconnected financial systems of late nineteenth-century Europe. Cataloged as KM 2269, this issue is preserved in About Uncirculated or Brilliant Uncirculated condition. The obverse displays the right-facing portrait of Emperor Franz Joseph I, surrounded by his Latin imperial titles. The detailed engraving captures the dignified profile of the long-reigning monarch, a central figure in central European history. On the reverse, the crowned double-headed imperial eagle of the Austro-Hungarian Empire dominates the design. The majestic heraldic beast holds the traditional symbols of power, while the dual denominations of 8 Florins and 20 Francs are clearly inscribed alongside the 1892 date, highlighting the coin's utility across different regional monetary standards.

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Specifications

Country France
Grade AU or Better
Legal-tender face value 20 Francs
Metal Gold
Weight 0.1867 troy oz
Purity .900
Diameter 21 mm
Thickness 1.2 mm

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