Austrian Mint (Münze Österreich)
The Austrian Mint, founded in 1194, is the official sovereign mint of Austria. Its Vienna Philharmonic gold coin, struck since 1989 at .9999 fineness, is the only major bullion coin denominated in euros (€100). The Philharmonic has been among the world's best-selling bullion coins.
Münze Österreich, originally founded in 1194 as the Vienna Mint by Duke Leopold V, is one of the oldest mints in continuous operation in Europe.
The Vienna Philharmonic, depicting the great organ of the Musikverein and orchestral instruments of the Vienna Philharmonic, is one of the few bullion coins denominated in euros. The 1 oz gold version has a €100 face value.
The Philharmonic has held the title of best-selling bullion coin in Europe in multiple years and is one of the most-traded in Asia as well.
Highlights
- Sovereign mint since 1194
- Only euro-denominated bullion coin
- .9999 fine gold (and .9999 fine silver since 2008)
- Top-selling bullion coin in Europe
Official site: www.muenzeoesterreich.at
