Obverse. Photo © Nummulitis.hu
  • 500 Forint 1985, KM# 652, Hungary, Budapest Cultural Forum
  • 500 Forint 1985, KM# 652, Hungary, Budapest Cultural Forum
Description

The Cultural Forum took place in Hungary from October 15th to November 25th, 1985, amid significant cultural shifts. With the country gradually opening up politically, artists gained greater freedom of expression, leading to a surge in cultural activities like theater, concerts, exhibitions, and literary gatherings. Hungary's film industry also flourished, producing internationally acclaimed movies. Cultural institutions and movements played vital roles in preserving and promoting the nation's heritage while challenging societal norms and engaging in critical dialogue. Overall, 1985 marked a pivotal period in Hungary's cultural development, defined by creativity, dynamism, and increasing openness.

Engraver: Róbert Csikszentmihályi

Obverse

Depicts a Greek column with a Budapest coat of arms and a bird on the top right, below the inscription 'CULTURAL FORUM 15. 10.—25. 11. 1985' and the engraver's initials (CSR) on the left.

CULTURAL
FORUM
BUDAPEST
CSR
15.10-25.11.
1985

Reverse

Depicts a Greek column with the country name (Hungarian People's Republic on top of the denomination. The mintmark (BP) and the issue year on the left, the engraver's initials (CSR) on the right.

MAGYAR
NÉPKÖZTÁRSASÁG
500
BP. CSR
1985
FORINT

Edge

500 Forint

People's Republic
KM# 652 Schön# 149 Adamo# EM89
Characteristics
Type Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating)
Material Silver
Fineness 0.640
Weight 28 g
Diameter 40 mm
Thickness 3 mm
Shape round
Alignment Medal
Mint
Budapest Mint (BP)

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