One of the most renowned gold bullion coins worldwide is the Austrian Gold Philharmonic Coin. Since its introduction in 1989, the Austrian Mint has annually released this iconic 1 oz gold coin. With growing economic uncertainty in the early 2010s, interest in gold bullion surged, resulting in mintages exceeding 300,000 coins in each year from 2008 to 2018. Now, you have the opportunity to acquire the 2012 1 oz Austrian Gold Philharmonic Gold Coins at BGASC.

Highlights:

• Comes inside protective plastic flips!
• 24th release of 1 oz Austrian Gold Philharmonic Coins!
• Total mintage of 341,111!
• Contains 1 Troy oz of .9999 pure gold.
• Issued a face value of 100 Euro backed by the Austrian government.
• Great Pipe Organ is featured on the obverse.
• A cluster of musical instruments is located on the reverse.

Rest assured that your 2012 1 oz Austrian Gold Philharmonic Coins will be delivered to you securely encased in protective plastic flips, preserving their original mint condition. Each coin contains 1 Troy oz of .9999 pure gold.

Obverse

On the obverse of the 2012 Gold Philharmonic Coins, you will find the majestic Great Pipe Organ, which adorns the Golden Concert Hall within the Musikverein. This organ is the third to be installed in the building. Inscriptions on this field read REPUBLIK OSTERREICH, 1 UNZE GOLD, 999.9, 2012, and 100 EURO.

Reverse

The reverse design of the 2012 Austrian Gold Philharmonic Coins showcases a captivating cluster of musical instruments. At the center, a large cello is surrounded by four violins. In the background, a bassoon, a harp, and a horn. Inscriptions include WIENER PHILHARMONIKER.

History

With its establishment dating back to 1194, the Austrian Mint proudly holds the title of Europe’s oldest continuously operated mint. Chief Engraver Thomas Pesendorfer’s design of the Philharmonic Coin, introduced in 1989 with a 1 oz gold weight, showcases the Mint’s longstanding commitment to exceptional craftsmanship. Since then, the Philharmonic series has expanded to include silver coins in 2008 and platinum coins in 2016.

Ordering

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