1976 Austrian Gold 1000 Schillings BU
The 1976 Austrian Gold 1000 Schillings Coins were minted using 0.3906 troy ounces of pure gold. They were produced by the Austrian Mint, who is now famous for producing the Silver Philharmonic Coins and Austrian Gold Philharmonic Coins.
These coins were struck by the Austrian Mint in 1976 to commemorate the 1000th year since the start of the Babenberg dynasty. The Babenberg Dynasty, which was succeeded by the Hapsburg, is remembered for being prominent in the Crusades and expanding the rule of European power.
For those interested in gold coins to add to their collections and investment portfolios, these coins are a great way for investors to diversify their portfolio with a low price over spot for gold and for collectors to purchase a coin of amazing historical value.
Coin Highlights
- Contains 0.3906 oz of .900 fine gold;
- Holds a monetary denomination of 1000 Schillings, backed by the Austrian Government;
- Produced by the Austrian Mint;
- Minted in 1976;
- The obverse features the seal of the Austrian Empire above the coin’s denomination;
- The reverse bears the seal of Duke Frederick II.
The Design
The obverse presents the Imperial Eagle of Austria. The eagle proudly wears the national shield of Austria representing the nation. Its talon’s wear broken chains and in its talons are a hammer and a sickle. This coat of arms is reminiscent of the Hapsburg’s dynasty seal as well as the Aquila, a symbol in Ancient Rome portraying an eagle. Above the eagle “REPUBLIK OSTERREICH” is spelled out and below the denomination lies, “Schilling 1000”.
The reverse depicts the seal of the Duke Frederick II, the Duke of Austria as well as a military leader before he died in battle in 1211, simultaneously ending the rule of the House of Babenberg. He is depicted on the coin upon horseback charging valiantly forward with a spear and flag in hand. Above him are years from the to the 1000th anniversary of the start of the Babenberg dynasty, “976 - 1976” and below him is struck “Einsetzung der Babenberger” translating to Babenberg Dynasty.
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