Obverse. Photo © Allegro
  • 500 Forint 1991, KM# 685, Hungary, 200th Anniversary of Birth of István Széchenyi
  • 500 Forint 1991, KM# 685, Hungary, 200th Anniversary of Birth of István Széchenyi
Description

Count István Széchenyi de Sárvár-Felsővidék, known in Hungarian as Stephen Széchenyi (1791–1860) was a Hungarian politician, political theorist, and writer. Revered as one of the most eminent statesmen in Hungarian history, he is often referred to as "the Greatest Hungarian" within his homeland.

Obverse

Depicts a bas-relief of István Széchenyi constructed from building blocks, surrounded by his name and life dates, separated by a scale symbol. The engraver's name on the bottom.

Engraver: Sándor Sebestyén

SZÉCHENYI ISTVÁN
1791 - 1860
SEBESTYÉN

Reverse

Depicts a steam locomotive pulling a carriage in the center, the country name (Hungarian Republic) and the issue year above, the denomination, the mintmark (BP), and the engraver's name below.

The first steam locomotive in Hungary made its debut in the mid-19th century, marking a significant advancement in transportation within the country. Introduced during the wave of industrialization sweeping across Europe. However, its introduction revolutionized the transportation sector, providing faster and more efficient travel options for both passengers and goods. This milestone played a crucial role in connecting different regions of Hungary, promoting economic growth, and laying the groundwork for further railway development in the country.

Engraver: László Kutas

MAGYAR KÖZTÁRSASÁG
1991
500
BP.
FORINT
KUTAS

Edge

500 Forint

Third Republic

200th Anniversary of Birth of István Széchenyi

KM# 685 Schön# 192 Adamo# EM122
Characteristics
Type Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating)
Material Silver
Fineness 0.900
Weight 28 g
Diameter 40 mm
Thickness 2.7 mm
Shape round
Alignment Medal
Mint
Budapest Mint (BP)

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