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Austrian euro design edit

Prior to 2008, the old common side showing national borders was used, but from the 2008 coins use the new common side without borders. For images of the common side and a detailed description of the coins, see euro coins.

Depiction of Austrian euro coinage | Obverse side
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An Alpine gentian as a symbol of Austria's part in developing EU environmental policy. An Alpine edelweiss as a symbol of Austria's part in developing EU environmental policy. An Alpine primrose as a symbol of Austria's part in developing EU environmental policy.
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St. Stephen's Cathedral, the epitome of Viennese Gothic architecture dating to 1160. Belvedere Palace, an example of baroque architecture, symbolizing national freedom and sovereignty. Secession hall within a circle, symbolising the birth of art nouveau and a new age in the country.
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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (with his signature), a famous Austrian composer, in reference to the idea of Austria as a "land of music". Bertha von Suttner, a radical Austrian pacifist and Nobel Peace Prize winner, as a symbol of Austria's efforts to support peace.