Austrian Philharmonic

Austrian Philharmonic

€1,332.46

Austrian Philharmonics are considered to be amongst the most beautifully designed bullion coins in circulation today. The unique design and superior production quality has made this bullion coin a favourite with investors across the world.

Description

Austrian Philharmonic

Storage

When investing in precious metals it is important to consider how you want your investment stored.
To put it in simple terms, you have two options available, either:

• take delivery of your coins at your address ensuring that you have adequate facilities and insurance in place or;
• have your investment stored with a secure third party.

GoldCore offer fully insured secure storage facilities in many in international locations such as Switzerland, UK, USA, Australia and Asia.

Composition

99.99% Au

History

The Austrian Gold Philharmonic is minted at the Austrian Mint in Vienna, who have been producing quality coins for collectors, investors and trade for over 800 years.

First released in 1194, it was the first 24 karat legal tender bullion produced in Europe. Its legal tender value or minted face value is EUR 100. They have gained recognition as being the first gold coins issued in euro.

Investment Information

The reverse side of the coin shows a harmonious design of musical instruments representing the world famous Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra.

The great organ in the Golden Hall in Vienna's concert hall (the Musikverein) is the theme for the obverse side of the coin. It is one the most finely crafted and beautiful coins in the world.

The Vienna Philharmonic is struck in 99.99995 pure gold, .9999 fine or 24 carats, and its purity and content is guaranteed by the Central Bank of Austria. According to the World Gold Council, the Vienna Philharmonic was the best selling gold coin in 1992 and 1995 worldwide.

Further Information

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Euro_gold_and_silver_commemorative_coins_(Austria)