5 Euros Joseph Haydn

€1.00
IssuerAustria
Year2009
TypeNon-circulating coin
Value5 Euros
CurrencyEuro (2002-date)
CompositionSilver (.800)
Weight10 g
Dimensions28.5 mm
Thickness2.0 mm
Shape and TechniqueNonagonal (9-sided)
Milled
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)Helmut Andexlinger
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#3170, Schön#360
Obverse descriptionThe nine coats of arms of the Austrian provinces surround the `5` of the face value `5 EURO`. Around the coats of arms is the inscription `REPUBLIK ÖSTERREICH` (Republic of Austria). The design is directly inspired by the old Austrian 50 schilling coins.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringREPUBLIK ÖSTERREICH 5 •EURO•
Reverse descriptionPortrait of the famous composer in right profile. On his chest extends a musical staff where the year is written. On the right, two violins with his name above and his birth and death dates.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringJOSEPH HAYDN 1732 1809 2009
EdgeSmooth
Mint
Mintage2009  - - 450 000
2009  - Brilliant Uncirculated - 100 000
Catalog ID7599341640
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