Vienna Philharmonic 1/2oz Gold Coin 2016
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Münze Österreich
Münze Österreich AG is the official mint of the Republic of Austria, based in Vienna, with origins dating back to the 12th century. It is a subsidiary of the Austrian National Bank. The mint is known for producing circulation, collector, and bullion coins. The Vienna Philharmonic is one of the world’s best-selling bullion coins in gold, silver, and platinum. The mint also offers medals, gift bars, jewelry, and a popular online shop for investors and collectors.
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The first fractional sized gold coin in the 2016 Vienna Philharmonic series is the 1/2 oz. The 1/2 oz is a popular size because it provides investors with a good alternative to the 1 oz size at lower price point. These coins come in brilliant “uncirculated” condition, which is a flawless looking gold coin. Each coin is 99.99% pure gold and are produced by the Austrian Mint. Vienna Philharmonic gold coins are the best selling gold coin in Europe and also a top selling coin globally.
Weight, Size & Specifications
The factional weight 2016 Vienna Philharmonic gold coin series is available in 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz and 1/10 oz. The 1/25 oz Gold Philharmonic was produced in 2014 by the Austrian Mint to celebrate the 25 year anniversary of the Vienna Philharmonic gold coin series. The specifications for the 2016 1/2 oz Vienna Gold Philharmonic are listed below.
| Name | Fineweight | Thickness | Diameter | Nominal Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vienna Philharmonic | 15.552 g | 28 mm | 1.6 mm | 50 Euro |
History
The coin received it’s name from the famous Vienna Philharmonic orchestra (Wiener Philharmoniker). The 1 ounce Gold Philharmonic was introduced in 1989 and had a face value of 2,000 Austrian Shillings (ATS). In 2002, the nominal value of the 1 ounce coin was changed to 100 Euro with adoption of the Euro currency. In 2008 the mint introduced the 1 ounce Silver version of the Philharmonic with a nominal value of 1.50 Euro. The Vienna Philharmonic Silver coin has also become a best selling bullion coin. In an effort to continue to expand the precious metals product portfolio, the Austrian Mint introduced a 1 ounce platinum coin in 2016 with face value of 100 Euro.
Vienna Philharmonic gold coins are considered legal tender in Austria.
Advantages
The 1/2 oz Vienna Philharmonic gold coin is good for investors who are looking for alternatives to the 1 oz size. The 2016 edition comes in mint condition, which means that it is “uncirculated” and is in near perfect condition.
Because these coins are in mint condition the 1/2 Gold Philharmonic should be kept in its protective packaging. Gold is a soft material and as a result, surface scratches can develop on pure gold coins if they are not handled with care.
Product Details
- Manufacturer: Austrian Mint
- Country: Austria
- Karat: 24 K
- Gold: 99.99%
- Fineness: 999.9 / 1000
- Alloy: Gold
- Weight: 1/2 oz
- Scratch resistance: poor
| Metal | Gold |
| Form | Gold Coin |
| Country of Origin | Austria |
| Issuer | Austrian Mint |
| Manufacturer | Münze Österreich |
| Series | Philharmonic |
| Purity | 999.9/1000 |
| Fineweight | 15.55 gram |
| Gross Weight | 15.55 gram |
| Denomination (oz) | 1/2 oz |
| Year of issue | 2016 |
| Grade | Brilliant |
| Condition | Circulated |
| Face value | 50 Euro |
| Thickness | 1.60 mm |
| Diameter | 28.00 mm |
| Packaging | Single in Pouch |
| Packaging Unit | 10 per Tube |