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1 Schilling Kampfspende - Steirischer Heimatschutz
1932 year| Aluminium | 2.4 g | 30.3 mm |
| Location | Austria |
|---|---|
| Type | Medals › Advertising medallions |
| Year | 1932 |
| Value | 1 Schilling |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 2.4 g |
| Diameter | 30.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-11-12 |
| Numista | N#146874 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Script: Latin (Fraktur blackletter)
Lettering:
für
heimat
volk u.
vaterland
Lettering (regular font):
für
heimat
volk u.
vaterland
Translation:
Homeguard of Steiermark (Austrian province)
1 Schilling for military expenditures
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
This coin features a unique combination of historical significance and material composition. The Medals › Advertising medallions 1 Schilling Kampfspende - Steirischer Heimatschutz 1932 made of Aluminium weighing 2.4 g showcases how coins can serve as both functional currency and commemorative objects. The use of aluminium as the material is particularly noteworthy, as it was an innovative choice for coinage during its time period. This coin demonstrates how numismatics can intersect with technological advancements and cultural events, making it an intriguing piece for collectors and historians alike.
