Austrian Philharmonic Silver One Ounce 2016

The Philharmonic design hasn't changed, presenting the same designs every year. Having designs stay the same doesn't hurt the coin's popularity or collectibility, using the Silver Eagle or Maple Leaf as a prime example. The obverse of bullion coins usually depict the country's leader in a picturesque way but the Philharmonic chose a portrait that means much more, to Austria, than a person ever could. Thomas Pesendorfer was the world renowned engraver for the Austrian Mint, who designed the Austrian Gold Philharmonic in 1989. Being offered a job at the Austrian Mint is on the bucket list of every Austrian engraver and Thomas Pesendorfer was offered that honor many years back. The famous pipe organ, that stands in the great hall where the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra plays, is displayed on the obverse of every Philharmonic coin. This side also is minted with the Republic of Austria and one ounce of pure silver. The reverse displays an assortment of instruments, used in the beloved orchestra, such as the french horn, harp, violin, flute, and bassoon. Inscribed on the same side is Vienna Philharmonic in a gothic font.

In 1989, the Austrian Mint used his iconic design to start the Gold Philharmonic collection. Little did they know the world-wide attention they would receive for these coins and for the silver coins thereafter. Actually, the Austrian Silver Philharmonic series is the first European bullion coin to represent the Euro. Holding the title of most popular bullion coin in Europe can be a difficult and challenging job but the Silver Philharmonic makes that accomplishment look effortless. The 2016 Austrian Silver Philharmonic is in prime brilliant uncirculated condition and will come packaged in an appropriate coin flip. The Austrian Silver Philharmonic series contains one of the most breathtaking designs and one of the most underappreciated coin collections today!

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