10 Groschen
10 Groschen
Austria · 1972
An aluminium-magnesium coin featuring the Austrian eagle and the country name on the obverse, and a large denomination with the year on the reverse, surrounded by a scalloped inner rim.
- Country
- Austria
- Year
- 1972
- Denomination
- 10 Groschen
- Metal
- Aluminium (98.5%) and Magnesium (1.5%)
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Overview
An aluminium-magnesium coin featuring the Austrian eagle and the country name on the obverse, and a large denomination with the year on the reverse, surrounded by a scalloped inner rim.
Historical significance
Issued during the Second Austrian Republic, a period of economic stability and growth following post-war recovery and neutrality established in 1955.
Obverse (front)
Features the Austrian federal eagle (Bundesadler) holding a hammer and sickle in its talons with a broken chain on its feet, flanked by the denomination '10', with 'REPUBLIK ÖSTERREICH' arched below, all encircled by an inner scalloped border.
Reverse (back)
Features a large denomination '10 GROSCHEN' prominently displayed across the field with the year '1972' tucked near the bottom center, surrounded by an inner scalloped border.
Estimated value
$0.10 to $0.50 in circulated condition, up to $2.00 in uncirculated condition
What drives this coin's value
Condition grade and presence of mint luster; most common dates have very low numismatic premium.
Grade assessment
Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated (minor surface wear consistent with light circulation)
Mintage & rarity
Common; millions minted annually during this era
Authenticity & counterfeit red flags
Due to low face value and base metal composition, counterfeiting is virtually nonexistent. Standard weight and diameter verification is sufficient.
Notable varieties & errors
No major significant die varieties or errors command a high premium for the 1972 10 Groschen issue.
Similar coins
Other Austrian Groschen denominations from the same period (e.g., 2, 5, or 50 Groschen), distinguished primarily by size, weight, and numerical denomination.
Care & preservation
Store in a cool, dry place in a non-PVC coin flip or holder. Avoid harsh cleaning or chemical dips to preserve the original mint lustre.
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