The Austrian Vienna Philharmonic Gold Bullion Coin made its debut in 1989, released by the Austrian Mint. Since then, it has gained a reputation as one of the most popular annual bullion coins, at times even becoming the top-selling gold coin globally.
The coin’s appeal is largely due to its exceptional quality. Composed of 99.99% pure gold, it ranks among the purest bullion coins produced worldwide. Another key factor in its popularity is the design, which pays tribute to the renowned Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra.
The orchestra, founded in 1842 by Otto Nicolai as the Philharmonische Academie, is regarded as one of the finest in the world. Notably, the orchestra operates under a democratic decision-making process, a tradition that continues today. The Vienna Philharmonic is so prestigious that it can take over ten years to secure a season ticket due to high demand.
On the obverse of the coin, you’ll find an image of the magnificent organ in the Golden Hall of the Vienna Musikverein, installed in 1907. The inscription on this side includes “REPUBLIK OSTERREICH,” as well as the face value, size, and purity of the coin.
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The reverse side features eight different instruments played by members of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, accompanied by the inscription “WIENER PHILHARMONIKER” (Vienna Philharmonic).
In 2002, the Philharmonic Bullion Coin made history as the first to display its face value in Euros, replacing the Austrian Shilling used in earlier versions. It’s important to note that the face value is symbolic, with the true value of the coin being determined by its gold content.
