National Bank of Hungary introduces HUF 50,000 coin

The National Bank of Hungary is set to release a remarkable gold collector coin, ‘V. László aranyforintja’ (The Golden Florin of Ladislaus V), on 20 November 2024. This stunning addition to the medieval Hungarian gold florin series comes in standard and piedfort versions—the latter weighing four times as much as a regular coin. Designed by sculptor Tamás E. Soltra, the coin will also be available in a non-ferrous version, making it an enticing piece for both collectors and history enthusiasts.

National Bank of Hungary releases new breathtaking coin

As Pénzcentrum reports, the National Bank of Hungary launched its ‘Hungarian Gold Florins from the Middle Ages’ series in 2012, beginning with the gold coin of Charles I, to showcase the high-quality medieval Hungarian currency that retained value and gained international acceptance. Subsequent coins have honoured notable figures, including Louis I, Queen Mary, Sigismund, and John Hunyadi, with the latest, ‘V. László aranyforintja’, set for release in 2024. Reflecting Hungary’s monetary heritage, these coins are issued in both gold and non-ferrous versions, sharing the same design but differing in denominations.

The obverse

As MNB writes, The obverse of the ‘V. László aranyforintja’ collector coin, issued by the National Bank of Hungary, features the reverse design of the gold forint originally minted by King Ladislaus V. At its centre is the figure of Saint Ladislaus I of Hungary, depicted holding a short-handled poleaxe and a globus cruciger, framed by an inner border. The outer edge displays a beaded border and the inscription ‘MAGYARORSZÁG’ (HUNGARY) at the top, while the coin’s denominations, ‘50000 FORINT’ and ‘3000 FORINT’, are elegantly separated by floral motifs.

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The reverse

The reverse of the ‘V. László aranyforintja’ collector coin, issued by the National Bank of Hungary, features King Ladislaus V seated on a throne, inspired by an engraving from the 1488 Thuróczy Chronicle. The design includes the King’s coat of arms below the throne, the mint mark ‘BP.’ and the minting year ‘2024’ on the left, and sculptor Tamás E. Soltra’s mark on the right. Encircled by a beaded border, the legend ‘V. LÁSZLÓ 1453–1457 ARANYFORINTJA’ (LADISLAUS V 1453–1457 GOLDEN FLORIN) completes this intricate tribute to Hungary’s rich numismatic heritage.

Photo: MNB

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