Throughout the history of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, various forms of gold currency were combined to offer a singular form of gold currency within the empire. Over the course of time, the Austrian Mint issued modern restrikes of these former gold pieces with face values reflecting the historic denominations of the bygone empire. Right now, BGASC offers the 1892 20 Francs/8 Florin Austrian Gold Coin to you for purchase online.

Highlights:

• Arrives in an individual flip!
• Modern restrike of the popular 1892 20 Francs gold piece!
• Contains .1867 Troy oz of actual gold content.
• Bears a dual face value of 20 Francs/8 Florin.
• Emperor Franz Joseph I is found on the obverse of the coin.
• The coat of arms of the Austro-Hungarian Empire is featured on the reverse.
• Struck by the Austrian Mint.

BGASC has the 1892 20 Francs/8 Florin Austrian Gold Coin available to you for purchase with a protective plastic flip for delivery. These modern restrike coins were produced by the Austrian Mint in the 20th century to honor historic gold pieces from the former Austro-Hungarian Empire and these particular coins come in Brilliant Uncirculated condition.

Obverse

Emperor Franz Joseph I is depicted in the obverse design of 1892 Austrian Gold Coin. Franz Joseph I was the last Hapsburg ruler and the last Emperor of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. His effigy featured on countless currencies used by the empire. This particular design captures his bust in right-profile relief with a laurel wreath crown on his head.

Reverse

The coat of arms of the Austro-Hungarian Empire is found in the reverse design of the 1892 20 Francs/8 Florin Austrian Gold Coins. This design reflects the rule of the Hapsburgs and comes with a double-headed eagle with a shield supported in front of it.

History

This modern restrike bears a critical date from the history of Austro-Hungarian coinage. In 1892, the empire adopted the gold standard for its coinage. As a multinational empire, the Franc used in Austria cocirculated alongside the Florin that was used in parts of Austria and in Hungary. As such, these modern restrikes come with face values of 20 Francs and 8 Florin.

Ordering

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