eBay Title:

1957 Austria 25 Schilling Silver Coin Mariazell Abbey 800th Anniversary KM-285 Austrian Commemorative

Condition Notes:

Circulated with light surface marks and subtle toning; legends and details remain clear. Look at photos and judge for yourself.

Description:

Offered here is an authentic 1957 Austrian 25 Schilling silver commemorative coin celebrating the 800th anniversary of Mariazell Basilica (1157–1957), Austria’s most famous pilgrimage church. This coin comes from my grandfather’s collection — he was an antique dealer in Austria — providing genuine provenance and historical authenticity.

Designed by Sculptor Josef Grienauer, the obverse shows the majestic Mariazell Basilica with its distinctive twin towers and central spire. The reverse features the Austrian coat of arms shields surrounding the denomination “25 Schilling,” symbolizing Austria’s federal states and national unity during the post-war era.

• Denomination: 25 Schilling  

• Year: 1957 (Mariazell 800 Years)  

• Country: Austria  

• Composition: 0.800 Silver (18 g actual silver weight ≈ 0.52 oz pure Ag)  

• Weight: 13 g  

• Diameter: 32 mm  

• Edge: Reeded  

• Mint: Austrian Mint (Vienna)  

• Designer/Engraver: Josef Grienauer  

• KM Number: KM-285  

A beautifully crafted mid-20th-century commemorative issue honoring Austrian heritage and religious architecture, perfect for collectors of European silver coinage or Austrian history enthusiasts. Please look at photos and judge for yourself.

Estimated Condition: Fine to Very Fine