A Monument to Mountain Engineering This authentic 20 Schilling banknote from Austria is a classic piece of European numismatic history. Issued on 2nd July 1967, it honors the engineering genius of Carl Ritter von Ghega, who designed the world-famous Semmering Railway.

The banknote's intricate design features:

• Obverse: A portrait of Carl Ritter von Ghega with the Austrian coat of arms at the bottom center.

• Reverse: The stunning Kalte Rinne Viaduct of the Semmering Railway as it winds through the Eastern Limestone Alps.

• Historical Context: The Semmering Railway was the first mountain railway in the world to be declared a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Item Specifications:

• Country: Austria

• Denomination: 20 Schilling

• Year of Issue: 1967

• Pick Number: P-142

• Condition: Very Fine (VF) – Showing signs of light circulation and handling.

• Note: This is not a stock photo. You will get exactly what you see in the photo.

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