Austrian 1000 Schillings
One thousand schillings were first issued in 1976 as commemorative coins. Austria has a strong tradition of issuing attractive commemorative coins in a number of different metals and denominations. They are usually superbly produced and artistic. There have been at least eleven different designs and types of gold 1,000 schilling, and at least seven different specifications. In addition, there were half ounce bullion Philharmonikers produced with a face value also of 1,000 schillings.
One thousand schillings were first issued in 1976 as commemorative coins. Austria has a strong tradition of issuing attractive commemorative coins in a number of different metals and denominations. They are usually superbly produced and artistic. There have been at least eleven different designs and types of gold 1,000 schilling, and at least seven different specifications. In addition, there were half ounce bullion Philharmonikers produced with a face value also of 1,000 schillings.
Technical Specifications
As mentioned above, there are at least seven different specifications which have been used for Austrian 1,000 schilling coins.
| Dates | Diameter | Weight | Fineness | Gold Content |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | 13.5000 | .9000 | .3906 | |
|
1993, 1995
|
30 | 16.2250 | .9860 | .5155 |
Key to Table
Diameter = diameter in millimetres.
Weight = weight in grams.
Fineness in parts per thousands.
Gold Content = Fine gold content in troy ounces.
Prices & Availability
| Date | Description | Grade | Mintage |
| 1976 | 1000 Years of the Babenberger Dynasty | Uncirculated | 1,800,000 |
| 1993 | Maria Theresia | Proof, almost FDC | 50,000 |
| 1995 | 50th Anniversary of Second Republic | Proof, almost FDC | 40,000 |
Postage & Packing
UK Registered Post (Special Delivery) £9 per order
EU Insured Post £10 per order
USA Airmail $10 per order
USA Insured Shipping by Fedex $40 per order
Obverse of 1993 Austrian 1000 Schillings
Reverse of 1993 Austrian 1000 Schillings
Reverse of 1995 Austrian 1000 Schillings
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