4425) "Loden" is symbolic of Austria: "Traditional and Trendy Coin Series" which celebrates this iconic dress: Third Coin in the Series: A 10 Euro Silver Proof Coin issued by the Austrian Mint, Vienna: Date/Year of Coin issue: 25.03.2026:
Traditional and Trendy Coin Series:
Loden and Austrian traditional costume are inseparable and anyone wearing a Janker jacket or loden hat today feels connected to tradition, nature and their home region.
However, Loden was originally developed and worn as work clothing as the rural population, especially livestock herders and hunters, appreciated the robust fabric.
Made from a heavy sheep’s wool, the fabric was able to withstand wind and rain as well as providing warmth and at the same time is also breathable.
It was during the 19th century that loden underwent a remarkable transformation when the aristocracy and bourgeoisie discovered the simple wool fabric while summering in the Alps.
So enthusiastic were the upper-class wearers that what had previously been something practical for everyday use was upgraded to festive traditional attire.
The work jacket was henceforth worn on Sundays and special occasions and over time it became synonymous with the traditionally well-dressed Austrian.
Traditional handicraft is still used in the production of loden today, including at the world’s oldest loden wool production facility.
Located in Ramsau am Dachstein, loden wool has been fulled for almost 600 years.
Although much more recently, the international fashion world also discovered the fabric.
Designers have featured loden proudly in modern interpretations on the world’s major catwalks, impressively demonstrating that it is far more than just traditional – it embodies timelessness and style.
On the Reverse of the 10 Euro Silver Proof Coin, a woman in colour-printed traditional costume stands, one hand on her hip and a farming tool in the other.
Her dirndl, complete with a laced bodice, is complemented by a loden shawl draped over her shoulders.
Behind her is an ornamental band in the style of bodice embroidery, in which a sheep is embedded on the right – symbolising the virgin wool from which loden is made.
The Obverse of the 10 Euro Silver Proof Coin features an enlarged detail of a traditional laced bodice with fine floral embroidery.
The face value - "10 EURO" and the year of issue "2026" are on the bottom left, while the inscription "REPUBLIK ÖSTERREICH" (Republic of Austria") runs around the left edge of the coin.
The remaining coin in the series - 2026: – Antler or horn.
Date of Issue: 25
March 2026
Coin Quality: Proof (P)
Coin Series Theme: "Traditional
and Trendy"
Denomination/Face Value: 10
Euro
Diameter/Size: 32.00 mm
Coin Designers: Anna
Schlindner, Elena Dolgova
Alloy/Metal Composition: .925 Silver Ag 925
Fine Weight: 15.56
g / 0.50 oz
Total Weight: 16.82
g
Packaging: Comes in a case complete with a numbered certificate of authenticity and protective slipcase
Mintage (Uncirculated): 130,000
Mintage (Proof): 30,000
Mintage (Special Uncirculated): 30,000
The Presentation Box/Case - displaying the Coin and Certificate of Authenticity (COA)
An exclusive Collector's Wooden Box:
An exclusive collector's wooden box designed as a peasant-style chest of drawers is available as a separate purchase. It elegantly combines tradition and craftsmanship and reflects the theme of traditional costume.
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