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  • 10 Forint 1981, KM# 620, Hungary, Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
  • 10 Forint 1981, KM# 620, Hungary, Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
Description

FAO, short for the Food and Agriculture Organization, is an agency of the United Nations dedicated to eradicating hunger, improving nutrition, promoting sustainable agriculture, and ensuring food security worldwide. Established in 1945, FAO works with governments, organizations, and communities to develop policies, share knowledge, and provide technical assistance to address food-related challenges and achieve sustainable development goals.

Obverse

Depicts the Statue of Liberty in Budapest surrounded by the country name (Hungarian People's Republic), the mintmark (BP) below.

The Liberty Statue, located on Gellért Hill in Budapest, Hungary, honors those who gave their lives for the nation's independence, freedom, and prosperity. Erected in 1947 to commemorate the Soviet liberation of Hungary from Nazi occupation during World War II, the 14-meter bronze statue stands atop a 26-meter pedestal, holding a palm leaf. Originally designed by Zsigmond Kisfaludi Strobl, the monument's inscription, initially in Hungarian and Russian, expressed gratitude to the Soviet heroes. Over time, public sentiment shifted, leading to modifications in 1989 to emphasize the sacrifices made for Hungary's independence, freedom, and prosperity. Today, the Liberty Statue remains a prominent feature of Budapest's skyline, symbolizing the enduring spirit of the nation.

Engraver: Dezső Kovács

MAGYAR NÉPKÖZTÁRSASÁG
BP.

Reverse

Depicts the emblem of the FAO, dividing the issue year, and the denomination above.

The symbol of the FAO features a stylized sheaf of wheat motif, dividing it into three sections, each containing the inscription 'FAO'.

Engraver: Sándor Boldogfai Farkas

10
FORINT
19 FAO 81

Edge

10 Forint

People's Republic
KM# 620 Unger# 1632 Adamo# EM63
Characteristics
Type Commemorative Issue (Circulating)
Material Nickel
Weight 8.83 g
Diameter 28 mm
Thickness 1.9 mm
Shape round
Alignment Medal
Mint
Budapest Mint (BP)

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