5 Euros Mariazell

€10,884.00
IssuerAustria
Year2007
TypeNon-circulating coins
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)Obverse: Helmut Andexlinger
Reverse: Thomas Pesendorfer
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#3145, Schön#338
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 descriptionFacade of Mariazell Basilica. Caption: `850 years MARIAZELL 1157-2007`.  The Basilica of Mariazell is the most important place of pilgrimage in Austria and Europe. Inside the church, a miraculous wooden image of the Virgin Mary is honored.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse lettering850 JAHRE MARIAZELL 1157 2007
EdgePlain.
Mint
Mintage2007  - - 450 000
2007  - Brilliant Uncirculated - 100 000
Catalog ID3145899530
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