1 Schilling
1 Schilling
Austria · 1971
An Austrian 1 Schilling coin featuring three Edelweiss flowers on the reverse and a large numeral 1 with the country name on the obverse.
- Country
- Austria
- Year
- 1971
- Denomination
- 1 Schilling
- Metal
- Copper-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel)
- Grade
- Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated with minor surface toning and wear.
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Overview
An Austrian 1 Schilling coin featuring three Edelweiss flowers on the reverse and a large numeral 1 with the country name on the obverse.
Historical significance
Issued by the Republic of Austria during the post-WWII era, representing the stable currency of the country before the adoption of the Euro in 2002.
Obverse (front)
Features a large numeral '1' in the center, surrounded by the text 'REPUBLIK OESTERREICH' along the top edge, 'SCHILLING' at the bottom, and the year '1971' below.
Reverse (back)
Features a cluster of three Edelweiss flowers with stems, surrounded by the circular inscription 'EINS SCHILLING'.
Estimated value
$0.25 - $1.00
What drives this coin's value
Condition and preservation state, though common dates have little numismatic premium above face or bullion/metal value.
Grade assessment
Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated with minor surface toning and wear.
Mintage & rarity
Common, high mintage for circulation
Authenticity & counterfeit red flags
Common modern circulating coin, rarely counterfeited due to low face value.
Notable varieties & errors
Standard circulation strike with no major rare varieties known for 1971.
Similar coins
Other Austrian Schilling denominations of the same period (e.g., 2 Groschen, 5 Groschen, 10 Groschen, 50 Groschen).
Care & preservation
Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid harsh cleaning agents to preserve natural toning and surface integrity.
