An Austria 10 Kronen (Gold) contains 0.0980 troy oz of pure gold, worth $391.77 at today's spot price.
The 10 corona (10 Kronen) is a .900 gold coin of the Austrian Empire, struck in Vienna under Franz Joseph I from 1896 to 1912.
Melt values use these spot prices (US dollars):
- Gold $3,996.90 per troy oz Current quote · Quote time Oct 24, 2:19 AM EDT
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Melt value is the metal content at spot price, not a buy or sell price. Collectible coins can be worth much more. For reference only.
Specifications
| Years | 1896–1912 |
|---|---|
| Face value | 10 Kronen |
| Composition | 90% gold |
| Gross weight | 3.388 g |
| Fineness | .900 (90%) |
| Pure metal | 0.0980 troy oz (3.049 g) |
How the melt value is worked out
Melt value is the pure gold in the coin multiplied by the spot price. We use the coin's standard minted weight; worn coins weigh slightly less.
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3.388 g × .900 fine ÷ 31.1035 g per troy oz = 0.0980 troy oz
0.0980 troy oz × $3,996.90 spot = $391.77
How to identify it
- One side shows the head of Franz Joseph I facing right, with his Latin titles.
- The other side shows the crowned double-headed eagle with the value in Latin and in numbers, such as X CORONAE and 10 COR.
- A 1908 type marks the 60th year of his reign. Hungarian 10 korona coins of the same size read MAGYAR KIRÁLYSÁG, show the king standing, and carry the KB mint mark.
- Coins dated 1912 are official restrikes made by the Austrian Mint after the monarchy ended.
Melt value vs. collector value
Coins dated 1912 are bullion restrikes and trade close to melt. Earlier dates, including the 1908 jubilee coin, can sell for more in good condition.