The Austrian Philharmonic is the official silver bullion coin of Austria and are produced by the long standing Austrian Mint. These coins have purity and weight that has been guaranteed by the Austrian Government. As is true with most sovereign minted coins, these tend to cost more. This is because they benefit from not only their silver value, but their collectible value as well. These coins are one of the most popular coins among bullion owners and world governments alike. If you are in the market for a sovereign minted coin and want one that will be easily recognized globally, this may be the perfect coin for you.