Students’ representatives

Welcome to the Student Representatives of Numismatics and Monetary History at the University of Vienna! We are your first point of contact for all questions regarding your studies – from starting your degree to organizing exams and writing your thesis. What we do for you:

Advocacy

We officially represent you to the institute and advocate for your concerns.

Communication with the Institute

We act as intermediaries between students and faculty or the institute management – ensuring your voice is heard.

Advice & Support

If you have questions about your studies, courses, exams, or general concerns, we are happy to help.

Events & Networking

We regularly organize events:

Excursions (including abroad)
Regular meetups
Information events and student networking meetings
Etc.

Stay Up to Date

Email Distribution List

We send all information about events and activities by email in advance. Write to us here.

Instagram

Current information and insights are also available on @eckhels_erben

Your contact persons

Emilie Hager
Leon Schickendantz
Sven Martzinek

Impressions of Past Activities

Visit to the Austrian Mint

On March 19, 2025, we visited the Austrian Mint and gained fascinating insights into the production of various coins – from high-quality gold coins to everyday cents; from melting materials to quality control.

Excursion to Italian Collections

From February 26 to March 2, 2025, we went on an excursion to Florence, Padua, and Verona. In Padua, Dr. Vettorato gave us an expert guided tour of the Museo Bottacin, while in Verona, Dr. Arzone presented selected pieces from the collection of the Museo di Castelvecchio.

The Coin Collection of Klosterneuburg Abbey

On November 29, 2024, we visited Klosterneuburg Abbey, where Prof. Edith Specht introduced us to the abbey's coin collection.

The Medallist Rudolf Schmidt (1894–1980)

On October 25, 2024, we had the opportunity to view the private collection of Eleonore Strebl, featuring numerous works by sculptor and medallist Rudolf Schmidt (1894–1980). We also visited the Mödling Museum, which hosts an exhibition on cap badges.