The Vienna Philharmonic coin series are usually known only by their stunning pure gold version, which are 999.9 fine (24 karats) and are often purchased by avid collectors and coin investors when considering the current gold price and looking for a reliable investment. However, as of February of 2008, the Vienna Philharmonic coins are now produced in silver.
The actual design of the silver Vienna Philharmonic coins is the same as the gold Vienna Philharmonic coins, but their face value is listed as 1.50 euro. These silver coins, much like the gold versions, are minted by the 800 year old reputable Austrian Mint, which is known worldwide for its history, beautifully minted coins, and quality. The coins were instantly popular in 2008, and they continue to be collected by collectors and purchased by investors looking for valuable, beautiful coins.
The silver Vienna Philharmonic coins are nearly identical to the gold versions of the coins, and each of the coins features a beautiful depiction of the pride of Austria. The Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. The obverse side of the coins are stamped with the name of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra and also feature the word “silver” in German. The obverse side of the design also shows the following instruments: a bassoon, a harp, several violins, a string bass, a harp, and a horn, representing the actual orchestra and the musical culture of Vienna.
The reverse side of the design portrays the image of Vienna’s “Great Organ” and “Golden Hall,” which is the concert hall of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. These designs are nearly identical to the gold version of the coins, but the 1.5 euro legal tender value is different, as is the printed silver weight in ounces, which also appears with the country of issue of the coin.
The Austrian Mint dates all the way back before the year 1200, when a ransom was paid for English prisoner King Richard the Lionhearted, who was being held prisoner in Vienna after the Crusades. A large silver bounty was paid for the release of King Richard the Lionhearted, and the silver bounty was used to create silver coins for the Austrian empire. Now, over 800 years later, the Austrian Mint is one of the most recognized mints in the world, and it is producing high quality gold and silver coins such as the silver Vienna Philharmonic coins for collectors and investors alike.