500 Forint: History

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Alexander Malioukov, 29.03.2024 22:08

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Photo		none	Position: 1 Source: monetarium.hu Link: http://monetarium.hu/500-forint-szechenyi-1991 Cover: Yes
		none	Position: 2 Source: monetarium.hu Link: http://monetarium.hu/500-forint-szechenyi-1991 Cover: Yes
		Position: 3 Source: Allegro Link: https://allegro.pl/ Cover: Yes	none
		Position: 4 Source: Allegro Link: https://allegro.pl/ Cover: Yes	none
Obverse description		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	Depicts a bas-relief depicting István Széchenyi constructed from building blocks, positioned on the left side of the image field. Surrounding this image is a circular inscription featuring the name "ISTVÁN SZÉCHENYI" and the years "1791-1860", separated by a scale symbol. Beneath the birth year, the designer's surname, "SEBESTYÉN", is presented in smaller font. Engraver: Sándor Sebestyén
Reverse description		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	Depicts in the center a steam locomotive pulling a carriage from the period. In a semicircular inscription at the top, reads "MAGYAR NÉPKÖZTÁRSASÁG" (HUNGARIAN REPUBLIC) Above the carriage, the year of issue "1991" is displayed, and below the image field, the value "500" is vertically engraved, followed by the word "FORINT" in a curved manner. In smaller font above the word "FORINT", the mint mark "BP." is shown, and below it, the surname of the designer "KUTAS" is engraved. 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
Coin 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.	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. Count István Széchenyi played a key role in the modernization of Hungary in the 19th century and the development of industry. Among these, foremost was the promotion of the spread of steam engine technology in Hungary. He advocated for the construction of railways and the development of transportation infrastructure, including steam-powered locomotives, to facilitate trade, commerce, and communication within the country and with other European nations. By promoting the adoption of steam engines and other modern technologies, Széchenyi laid the groundwork for Hungary's industrialization and economic growth in the 19th century. His vision and legacy continue to inspire progress and innovation in Hungary to this day.
Topic		200th Anniversary of Birth of István Széchenyi	200th Anniversary of the birth of Count István Széchenyi

Alexander Malioukov, 29.03.2024 22:08

Péter Kiss, 28.03.2024 22:38

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Item		500 Forint, Hungary	none

Alexander Malioukov, 29.03.2024 22:08