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Austrian 8 Florins (1892) Restrike

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The Austrian 8 Florins Restrike is your chance at getting a piece of history. The Austro-Hungarian empire grew to be one of the largest empires in Europe spanning across Central and Eastern Europe from 1867 to 1918. In 1892, the Austrian-Hungarian empire adopted the gold standard and developed a coin based on the French Franc.

This listing is a restrike of the original gold coin by the Austrian Mint. Each coin will use the 1892 date mark and feature a depiction of Emperor Franz Joseph I, the longest-reigning emperor of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. After his death, the empire quickly diminished as World War I caused irreparable damage to the empire and the rest of the Central Powers. The restrike contains 90% gold and 10% copper and will arrive in Brilliant Uncirculated condition. 

On the obverse of the coin, Emperor Franz Joseph I is featured in right-profile relief, designed by Josef Tutenhayn. This design was the last to feature any Austro-Hungarian emperor on legal coinage in the 19th or 20th century.

The reverse face, designed by Anton Schariff, displays the Austro-Hungarian Empire’s coat of arms with the seal of the Hapsburg Dynasty and a double-headed eagle revealing the shield on its chest. The double-headed eagle represents the dual monarchy of Austria-Hungary and has been a popular symbol of European history.

Gold Currency highlights

  • Each coin arrives in an individual plastic flip.
  • Restrike version of the 1892 issue of the 20 Francs/8 Florin coin.
  • Contains .1867 Troy oz of gold content.
  • Struck in BU condition.
  • Has a face value of 20 Francs/8 Florin.
  • Features Emperor Franz Joseph I on the obverse.
  • Displays the Austro-Hungarian coat of arms on the reverse.
  • Struck by the Austrian Mint.

Specifications

ManufacturerAustrian Mint
ConditionBrilliant Uncirculated
Purity.900
Thickness1.2 mm
Diameter21 mm
Metal Weight.1867 Troy Ounce
Year1892
Country of OriginAustria
IRA EligibilityNo
CoANo
Packaging TypePlastic Flip
SKUGAUST8F

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    Description

    The Austrian 8 Florins Restrike is your chance at getting a piece of history. The Austro-Hungarian empire grew to be one of the largest empires in Europe spanning across Central and Eastern Europe from 1867 to 1918. In 1892, the Austrian-Hungarian empire adopted the gold standard and developed a coin based on the French Franc.

    This listing is a restrike of the original gold coin by the Austrian Mint. Each coin will use the 1892 date mark and feature a depiction of Emperor Franz Joseph I, the longest-reigning emperor of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. After his death, the empire quickly diminished as World War I caused irreparable damage to the empire and the rest of the Central Powers. The restrike contains 90% gold and 10% copper and will arrive in Brilliant Uncirculated condition. 

    On the obverse of the coin, Emperor Franz Joseph I is featured in right-profile relief, designed by Josef Tutenhayn. This design was the last to feature any Austro-Hungarian emperor on legal coinage in the 19th or 20th century.

    The reverse face, designed by Anton Schariff, displays the Austro-Hungarian Empire’s coat of arms with the seal of the Hapsburg Dynasty and a double-headed eagle revealing the shield on its chest. The double-headed eagle represents the dual monarchy of Austria-Hungary and has been a popular symbol of European history.