Gigantic piece of gold Big Phil for just one day in Berlin!

Gigantic piece of gold Big Phil for just one day in Berlin!

On September 30, 2025, the impressive “Big Phil” gold coin will be exhibited in Berlin for one day. The material value of this magnificent coin is around3.2 million eurosappreciated. The coin contains 1,000 ounces of pure gold, which is approximately 31 kilograms. Steffi Tränkler, the branch manager of Pro Aurum in Berlin, emphasizes that “Big Phil” is not only a work of art, but is also considered an official means of payment in Austria, but only with a face value of 100,000 euros.

“Big Phil” was issued as a special coinage in Austria in 2004 and represents a noble homage to the cultural values ​​of the country. There is a detailed print on the frontOrgan shown, which honors the craft of minting. This exhibition is taking place on the occasion of an anniversary and offers visitors the opportunity to experience a piece of history up close.

past and security

The history of this coin is not without its shadows. In March 2017, another important gold coin, the “Big Maple Leaf,” was stolen from Berlin’s Bode Museum. With a value of almost 3.75 million euros, it weighed 100 kilograms and was also the target of thieves from the clan milieu, who were convicted for this theft. The coin has not resurfaced to this day and is suspected to have been melted down.

Given the roots of these criminal acts, the “Big Phil” is extensively secured. Tränkler assures that the coin is adequately insured and the security measures in the exhibition are strictly monitored. While you could use it to shop in Vienna's pedestrian zone, you would have to forego several million euros.

Gold and its market value

The value of “Big Phil” is also reflected in the current gold price. Prices for precious metals are based on the Spot price, which is influenced by supply and demand. It is essential for collectors and investors that the price development of precious metals in Germany is subject to corresponding fluctuations, which are often primarily characterized by psychological factors and perceptions of crisis.

In addition, our market position shows that gold, despite its stability, is not always the first choice. At times, products such as platinum, palladium or rhodium are more expensive than gold. Nevertheless, for many, gold remains a kind of “safety net” in economically uncertain times.

The “Big Phil” exhibition in Berlin not only presents a fascinating piece of gold, but also a piece of history that focuses on the digitalization, security and constant value of precious metals. The event offers a valuable opportunity to directly experience the fascination of the precious metal gold and at the same time reflect on the risks and challenges of the collector and investment market.