Austrian 100 Corona Gold Coin (AU+)

A Near-Ounce of Gold for Less

If your goal is to own gold close to melt, the Austrian 100 Corona is one of the best values out there. Each coin holds .9802 troy oz of gold, just shy of a full ounce, and because these were produced in large numbers as official restrikes, the premium over spot is lower than what you will pay for most modern one-ounce coins. For stackers who care about ounces of gold in the safe more than a specific date or a flawless finish, this coin is hard to beat.

You are buying real gold with a real history behind it, at a price that stays close to the metal.

An Official Austrian Mint Restrike

Here is the honest part so nothing surprises you. The 100 Corona was originally an Austro-Hungarian gold coin, and the Austrian Mint has restruck it for decades as a bullion coin. That means most of the coins you receive are dated 1915 even though they were struck later, and other dates may show up in the mix. This is completely normal for the 100 Corona and is a big reason the premium is so low. You are not buying a rare original, you are buying an official, government-minted gold coin at close to its gold value.

What You Are Actually Buying, and Its Condition

These coins arrive in About Uncirculated condition, or AU. They may show light handling from time in storage and circulation, which is expected on a coin like this and does not take away from the gold content. If you want a certified, graded, or specific-date original, those are sold separately and cost a good deal more. This listing is for buyers who want the most gold for the money in a classic world coin.

A Piece of Austro-Hungarian History

The obverse features Emperor Franz Joseph I, who ruled Austria-Hungary for nearly 68 years, and the reverse carries the crowned double-headed eagle of the Austrian coat of arms. It is 90% gold, 37 mm across, and carries a 100 Corona face value. Big, heavy, and full of history, it is a satisfying gold coin to hold and an easy one to trade.

Why Buyers Choose the 100 Corona

Low premium, nearly a full ounce of real gold, a genuine sovereign-minted coin, and centuries of European history in your hand. Every coin ships protected for safe transit and storage.

FAQ

How much gold is in a 100 Corona?

Each coin holds .9802 troy oz of gold in a 90% gold alloy, with a gross weight of about 33.87 grams. It is just under a full ounce, and it is one of the lowest-premium ways to buy gold at that size.

Why are most of them dated 1915?

The Austrian Mint restrikes the 100 Corona as a bullion coin using the original 1915 date, so most coins you receive will show 1915 regardless of when they were actually struck. Other dates may occasionally be included. This is standard for the coin and part of why it is so affordable.

What condition will my coin arrive in?

About Uncirculated, or AU. These may show light handling marks from storage and time, which is normal for the 100 Corona and does not affect the gold content. You are buying it for the gold and the history at a low premium, not for a flawless mint-state grade.

Can I put this in a precious metals IRA?

No. The 100 Corona is 90% gold, which falls below the IRS minimum of .995 fineness for gold in an IRA. If you want IRA-eligible gold, shop our .9999 fine gold coins and bars instead.

Will the coins match if I order several?

They will all be 100 Corona coins with the same design, but expect most to be dated 1915 with a mix of light handling. If you need a specific date or a graded example, look at our certified listings.