Austrian Philharmonic coins are incredibly popular both on the European continent and around the world. The coin has ranked as the best-selling gold bullion coin in Europe on several occasions. The series features the same designs on the obverse and reverse each year with five weights for investors to select. Today, you have the opportunity to purchase 2016 Austrian Philharmonic 1/25 oz Gold Coins online at Provident Metals.

Highlights:

• Arrives with protective flips or tubes of 20 coins!
• 3^rd release of the Austrian Philharmonic 1/25 oz gold coin!
• Contains 1/25 Troy oz of .9999 pure gold in BU condition.
• The face value of 4 (Euro) is backed by the United States.
• On the obverse is the Musikverein concert hall and the Great Pipe Organ.
• The reverse features eight musical instruments commonly used in the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra.

The Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra is a national treasure in Austria and is considered one of the finest orchestras in the world. Officially started in 1842, there are records suggesting that regular orchestral performances from organized groups were taking place in Vienna as early as one decade prior to the formation of the Vienna Philharmonic.

Obverse

On the obverse field of 2016 Austrian Philharmonic 1/25 oz Gold Coins is the Great Pipe Organ. This massive musical instrument is a fixed structure within the Musikverein. This building is also known as the Golden Concert Hall and is located in the Innere Stadt neighborhood of Vienna, the national capital of Austria.

Reverse

The reverse side of 2016 Austrian Philharmonic 1/25 oz Gold Coins bears the image of eight distinct musical instruments. Each one of these instruments is commonly used by the members of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. The design elements are focused on a cello in the center with four violins in total, two on each side, flanking it. In the background, there is a harp, a bassoon, and a French horn.

History

Austrian Philharmonic Coins debuted in 1989 with a 1 oz and 1/4 oz gold coins. The series expanded in 1991 with a 1/10 oz coin, in 1994 with a 1/2 oz coin, and finally in 2014 with a 1/25 oz gold coin. This weight was meant to be commemorative that year for the 25^th anniversary of the series, but was so popular the Austrian Mint has continued producing it each year.

Ordering

2016 Austrian Philharmonic 1/25 oz Gold Coins are available to you today in Brilliant Uncirculated condition. The coins are housed individually inside of protective flips or in tubes of 20 coins.

We ask that you call us with any questions about these gold coins. Provident Metals customer service is available at 800-313-3315, online using our live chat, and via our email address.