Obverse. Photo © Monetnik.ru
  • 100 Forint 1990, KM# 701, Hungary, 200th Anniversary of the Hungarian Theatre
  • 100 Forint 1990, KM# 701, Hungary, 200th Anniversary of the Hungarian Theatre
Description

Hungarian-language theater has its roots in the 18th century, but it saw significant growth with the founding of the National Theater in Budapest in 1837. This institution became crucial in nurturing Hungarian drama and supporting local playwrights and actors. As nationalism rose in the 19th century, theater emerged as a platform for cultural expression and social critique, notably during the Revolution of 1848-1849. Over time, Hungarian theater evolved, embracing various styles and influences while remaining integral to Hungarian cultural heritage. Presently, Hungarian theater flourishes, presenting a wide range of productions both at home and abroad.

Engraver: László Kutas

Obverse

Depicts a stage scene adorned with drapery, featuring a ladder and symbols of "Good" and "Evil", a rectangular inscription around TWO HUNDRED YEARS OF PROFESSIONAL HUNGARIAN-LANGUAGE THEATRE.

KÉTSZÁZ ÉVES
A HIVATÁSOS
MAGYAR NYELVŰ
SZÍNJÁTSZÁS

Reverse

Depicts a wreath of tulips surrounding a draped decoration, the country name (Hungarian Republic), the denomination dividing the issue year, the mintmark (BP) inside, and the engraver's name below.

MAGYAR
KÖZTÁRSASÁG
19 100 90
FORINT
BP.
KUTAS

Edge

100 Forint

Third Republic

200th Anniversary of the Hungarian Theatre

KM# 701 Schön# 188 Adamo# EM118
Characteristics
Type Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating)
Material Cupronickel
Weight 12 g
Diameter 32 mm
Thickness 2.1 mm
Shape round
Alignment Medal
Mint
Budapest Mint (BP)

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