Austria 2005 5 euro The European Anthem - Ludwig Van Beethoven BU

Austria 2005 5 euro The European Anthem - Ludwig Van Beethoven BU
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The European Anthem - Ludwig Van Beethoven

"Anthem of Europe" is the anthem of both the European Union and Council of Europe. It is used to represent both the European Union and the whole of Europe; its purpose is to honour shared European values. The EU describes it as expressing the ideals of freedom, peace and solidarity.

Obverse: The numeral “5” is encircled by the heraldic shields of Austria’s nine federal states (Burgenland, Carinthia, Lower Austria, Upper Austria, Salzburg, Styria, Tyrol, Vorarlberg, and Vienna). The inscription REPUBLIK ÖSTERREICH wraps around the rim. EURO is centered between two dots at the bottom. This design remains constant for all Austrian 5 euro silver coins struck to date. The reverse side of the coin shows the old Kärntnertor Theatre ("Theatre at the Carinthian Gate" which stood near the present Opera House until 1870). It was here that Beethoven's 9th symphony with the "Ode to Joy" was first publidly performed. The opening notes of the melody in the symphony itself and a cameo portrait of Beethoven complete the design.

Denomination - 5 euro

Weight - 8.50 g.

Quality - BU (Brilliant Uncirculated) in a coincard

Diameter - 28.50mm.

Composition - Silver 800
Mintage - 125'000 pcs.
Country of origin - Austria
Year of release - 2005

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