The story of Münze Österreich
Münze Österreich is behind one of Europe's best-known and best-selling investment coins – the Wiener Philharmoniker. But behind this Austrian brand lies a fascinating history reaching back more than eight centuries. Let's look at the story of the official Austrian mint.
Who is Münze Österreich
Münze Österreich is the official mint of the Republic of Austria, based in Vienna. It is owned by the Austrian National Bank and ranks among the most respected European producers of investment and circulation coins. It combines state credibility with a long minting tradition.
More than eight centuries of history
The roots of the Vienna Mint go back to 1194. According to tradition, it was founded thanks to the silver from the ransom for the English king Richard the Lionheart, whom an Austrian duke captured on his way back from a crusade. Coins began to be struck from this silver – and Vienna thus became an important minting centre. This centuries-old tradition gives the brand exceptional weight.
Wiener Philharmoniker – the flagship coin
Münze Österreich's most famous product is the Wiener Philharmoniker investment coin, introduced in 1989. It carries the iconic design of musical instruments and the organ from the Golden Hall of the Vienna Musikverein – a tribute to the world-famous Vienna Philharmonic. It has a face value in euros, a high fineness and ranks among the best-selling investment coins in Europe and the world.
Quality, fineness and LBMA
Wiener Philharmoniker investment gold coins have a fineness of 999.9/1000 Au. Münze Österreich is also recognised under the LBMA standard, the worldwide benchmark for quality and responsible sourcing of gold. For the investor this means high recognisability and easy tradability worldwide.
Münze Österreich at GOLDU
In our offer you will find new Wiener Philharmoniker investment gold coins in various weights, as well as Münze Österreich gold bars. You can see the whole range in the Münze Österreich section or in the entire investment gold range.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Münze Österreich based?
In Vienna. It is the official mint of the Republic of Austria, owned by the Austrian National Bank.
How old is the Vienna Mint?
Its roots go back to 1194. According to tradition, it was founded thanks to the silver from the ransom for King Richard the Lionheart.
What does the Wiener Philharmoniker coin depict?
Musical instruments and the organ from the Golden Hall of the Vienna Musikverein – as a tribute to the Vienna Philharmonic. The coin has a face value in euros.
Conclusion
Münze Österreich combines more than eight centuries of minting tradition, state credibility and one of Europe's best-selling investment coins. The Wiener Philharmoniker coin is therefore not only an investment in gold, but also a piece of Austrian history and culture. Browse the offer of investment gold at GOLDU.
Disclaimer
This article is for informational and educational purposes and does not constitute investment or tax advice. Precious metal prices fluctuate, and past performance is no guarantee of future returns. More in the document Risk disclosure.
