A uniquely shaped 3,000-forint coin intrigues collectors
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The Hungarian National Bank is continuing its distinctive series of hexagonal coloured-metal commemorative coins, which celebrate the achievements of the National Hauszmann Programme. The fourth coin in the collection honours the former Red Cross Association headquarters and will be released on Thursday.
Former Red Cross building featured on special forint coins
In a statement issued on Thursday, the Central Bank announced that the National Hauszmann Programme has showcased one of its most remarkable accomplishments through the reconstruction of the former Red Cross Association headquarters at DÃsz Square 1–2.
The original structure, built between 1901 and 1903 for the Red Cross Association of the Lands of the Holy Crown of Hungary, was designed by Alajos Hauszmann and Dezső Hültl. Executed in a historicist style, the five-storey corner palace served as a prestigious headquarters while also accommodating apartments, government departments, and diplomatic offices. With its ornate decoration and domed features, the building blended harmoniously into the eclectic architectural landscape of the Castle District.
