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$145.79Investors have numerous options for purchasing gold including gold bars and coins from various sovereign mints. One of the most popular gold coins worldwide is the Austrian Philharmonic gold coins first introduced by the Austrian Mint in 1989. Gold coins have been in circulation for a while longer than this one.
The Austrian Mint created the Philharmonic gold coin to honor Austria's rich musical heritage. Drawing inspiration from the renowned Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra based in the Austrian capital the coin is made from .9999 pure gold making it the most refined gold bullion globally.
Along with being a testament to Austria's musical heritage the Philharmonic gold coin is a great investment choice. We have listed the reasons why you should invest in it!
The Austrian Philharmonic gold coin epitomizes purity precision and quality. It is minted in various weight categories and contains the finest .9999 gold. The Austrian Mint's legacy and experience can be directly seen in the quality of the Philharmonic Gold coin from its intricate and detailed designs to its security features.
The variety of the Philharmonic Gold coin also plays a significant role in its popularity and versatility. These gold coins are offered in the weight categories of 1/10 oz 1/4 oz 1/2 oz and the 1 oz gold coins. The denominations with respect to the weights are:
| Weight | Denomination |
|---|---|
| 1 troy ounce | 100 EURO |
| 1/2 troy ounce | 50 EURO |
| 1/4 troy ounce | 25 EURO |
| 1/10 troy ounce | 10 EURO |
If you ask any investor worldwide they would indeed know about the Austrian Philharmonic Gold Coin. This gold coin is appreciated and desired by discerning investors worldwide.
The Philharmonic gold coin is produced by the Austrian Mint a diligent government mint that ensures the coin’s authentication. The Austrian Mint is wholly owned by the Oesterreichische National Bank.
These gold coins are precious metals IRA-approved since the purity of Philharmonic Gold coin is above .9995. Being among the few IRA-approved gold coins contributes to the appreciating value of the Philharmonic gold coin.
Since the coin is minted by a fully government-owned mint it is legal tender so it depicts a face value (denomination) of each weight category. The history legacy and quality of the Austrian Mint which commemorates the country's musical heritage contribute to the coin’s trustworthiness.
The Austrian gold Philharmonic first minted in 1989 quickly gained popularity among collectors and investors due to its unique design. Initially created to honor the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra it has maintained the same design over its almost 30-year history. The coin is now one of the few gold coins produced on a large scale in Europe.
Notably the Austrian gold Philharmonic stands out as one of the rare gold coins denominated in euros with earlier coins denominated in schillings before 2002. The 1-ounce coin currently listed with a face value of 100 euros had 2000 schillings for coins minted from 1989 to 2001. This change in face value remains the only design change in its history.
Unlike many other gold coin series the Austrian gold Philharmonic also offers smaller fractional-ounce denominations catering to smaller investments. Depending on prevailing market conditions investors and collectors can choose a 1/10-ounce size and a unique 1/25-ounce denomination.
A special collector's edition "Big Phil" was introduced in 2004 to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the coin's launch. With a face value of 100000 euros only 15 special gold coins each weighing 1000 troy ounces were produced.
Initially the coin was available only in two denominations - 1 ounce and 1/2 ounce. Fractional denominations were introduced including 1/4 1/10 and 1/25 ounces. By 1990 just a year after its inception the Vienna Philharmonic gold coin became Europe's second-best-selling bullion-type investment coin and the world's second-best-selling. The World Gold Council recognized it as the world's top-selling gold coin in 1995.
Over its three-decade existence the Philharmonic gold coin series has achieved remarkable success with over 14 million coins sold. Its enduring design consistent performance and fractional options make it a favorite among collectors and investors worldwide.
The design of the Austrian Philharmonic gold coin has remained unchanged since its introduction in 1989. Thomas Pesendorfer created the unwavering and mesmerizing design.
The obverse side of the gold coin bears the iconic Great Pipe Organ from Golden Hall in Musikveiren a concert hall in Vienna. The Pipe Organ is a man-made wonder with jaw-dropping dimensions. The inscription on the obverse is “REPUBLIK OSTERIECH” which means ‘Republic of Austria.’ In addition the inscriptions below the pipe organ depict the purity weight year and face value.
The reverse of the Austrian Philharmonic Gold coin depicts a combination of peace and chaos emitting an image of perfect harmony. It showcases orchestral instruments like the cello harp violins bassoon and French horn. This mesmerizing image is topped by the inscription “WEINER PHILHARMONIKER” meaning Vienna Philharmonic.
| Year | Mintage |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 351000 |
| 2000 | 245000 |
| 2021 | 751500 |
| 2022 | 886300 |
| 2023 | 275000 |
The Austrian Philharmonic Gold Coin is a testament to the glory heritage and history of the Austrian Mint and music in Austria. Meticulously depicting the language of the world this coin is now available at BOLD in all weight categories at the best competitive premiums.
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