2 Groschen
2 Groschen
Austria · 1962
A lightweight aluminum coin featuring a large numeral '2' in the center above the word 'GROSCHEN' and a beaded circle, with the inscription 'REPUBLIK ÖSTERREICH' and the year 1962 around the perimeter.
- Country
- Austria
- Year
- 1962
- Denomination
- 2 Groschen
- Metal
- Aluminum
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Overview
A lightweight aluminum coin featuring a large numeral '2' in the center above the word 'GROSCHEN' and a beaded circle, with the inscription 'REPUBLIK ÖSTERREICH' and the year 1962 around the perimeter.
Historical significance
This coin was part of the Second Austrian Republic's currency system established after WWII. It served as a minor fractional unit of the Austrian Schilling until the country transitioned to the Euro in 2002. Aluminum was chosen for low-value coins due to its economy and availability during the post-war recovery era.
Estimated value
$0.10 - $1.00 USD (Circulated condition)
Care & preservation
Keep the coin in a dry environment to prevent oxidation. Aluminum is a soft metal and prone to scratching, so it should be stored in a PVC-free flip or capsule. Do not clean with harsh chemicals or abrasives, as this will damage the metallic surface and reduce numismatic value.
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