Distinctive old currency for sale.
Historical Austrian Banknote:
1. Technical Specifications of the Currency
Denomination: 20 Austrian Shilling (Zwanzig Schilling).
Issue Date: July 2, 1967.
Dimensions: The banknote measures 132 x 65 mm.
Material: Printed on paper.
Predominant Color: Brown.
Watermark: Consists of repeating circular patterns.
2. Artistic Design (Front and Back)
Front (Obverse):
Clearly features a portrait of engineer and nobleman Carl Ritter von Ghega (1802–1860).
At the bottom is the "Austrian Coat of Arms" (the eagle).
The background includes a glimpse of the "Kalte Rinne viaduct" of the Semmering railway.
Back (Reverse):
Displays a landscape of the Eastern Limestone Alps with the Semmering railway bridge, a massive engineering work designed by "Ghega" and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
3. Monetary History
Period: It was part of the "Second Schilling" used by Austria between 1945 and 2001 before transitioning to the Euro.
Withdrawal Date: This specific denomination ceased circulation on September 30, 1989.
Designer: The banknote was designed by artist Roman Hellmann.
Condition: Excellent
Price: Only 45﷼, and this is the only one available.