With the highest possible fineness of 999.9, the best-selling pure gold coin comes in a size to fit all budgets, from 1 ounce to 1/25 ounce.
Produced in the very heart of Europe, by a global player in the international minting industry, the Vienna Philharmonic is the one and only European bullion coin. One of the world’s most sought after investment coins, the Vienna Philharmonic in gold is available in five different sizes – 1/25, 1/10, 1/4, 1/2 and 1 ounce – with the highest possible fineness of 999.9. The world-famous coin is not limited to its golden manifestation, however, as Münze Österreich also offers the Vienna Philharmonic in silver and in platinum.
The trust that both domestic and international investors place in the Vienna Philharmonic is recognition of the stability and security that a truly European bullion coin can offer.
On the basis of the directives governing money-laundering and counterterrorism, we are required to establish the identity of the buyer for sales within six months and for an accumulated value of € 10,000 or more. Without exception, a valid passport, identity card or driving licence is required as proof of identity. Legal basis: money-laundering legislation under §§ 165 and 278d of the Austrian Criminal Code (Strafgesetzbuch). The regulation in the country in which the purchase is made applies. The customer is responsible for complying with the reporting obligation when importing into the country of residence.
For purchases in the Münze Österreich shop in Vienna (Am Heumarkt 1, 1030 Vienna) (link), our employees are required to ask for identification, even if two or more buyers appear to be connected.
Furthermore, transactions exceeding a value of € 75,000 may only be concluded if the money is paid by bank transfer (no cash payment). The limit of € 75,000 within six months is likewise cumulative.
Gold can be purchased VAT-free in the European Union and in most countries around the world. Other investment metals such as silver, platinum, or palladium are subject to sales tax.
Gold bars are tax-free if they have a weight accepted on the gold market and if their fineness is at least 99.5%. All of our gold bars meet these criteria.
Gold coins are exempt from VAT if, firstly, they have a fineness of at least 90%. Secondly, if they are or have been considered legal tender in their country of origin. This means that investment coins such as the Vienna Philharmonic are exempt from tax. The same applies to Austrian commercial gold coins such as ducats, crowns, and guilders.
