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Saint Stephen is often credited with the foundation of the Hungarian Kingdom, yet it was his father, Prince Géza, who laid the groundwork for centralized princely authority and the adoption of Christianity. Géza's political astuteness became evident in navigating Hungary's position between the Holy Roman Empire and the Byzantine Empire. Recognizing the importance of peaceful coexistence and embracing Christianity to ensure Hungary's survival amidst powerful Christian states, Géza employed diplomatic and coercive tactics to strengthen his rule and promote the new faith. He cultivated alliances with German states and sought Emperor Otto's support for conversion efforts.
Simultaneously, Géza strategically arranged marriages for his daughters to secure external peace and consolidate dynastic power. After Géza's passing, his son, Stephen I, faced challenges from rival claimants, notably Koppány of Somogy, whom he defeated in a decisive battle. Stephen's coronation, facilitated by Emperor Otto III and Pope Sylvester II, marked Hungary's formal entry into the realm of Christian monarchs. This event symbolized both secular and ecclesiastical authority, empowering Stephen to organize the Hungarian church, strengthen his reign, and establish a modern, stable Christian nation. Thus, the reign of Saint Stephen represented a pivotal moment in Hungary's journey towards Christianization and statehood.
Engraver: István Holló
Obverse
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Depicts the distinctive rose window of the chapel in Esztergom Castle on the gilded part. An inscription in a circular arrangement "1000th anniversary of the State Foundation" is visible on the outer part, with a background pattern resembling bricks. AZ ÁLLAMALAPÍTÁS 1000. ÉVFORDULÓJA |
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Reverse
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Depicts the Holy Crown on the inner, gilded part, with the denomination and the inscription "FORINT" visible below it in two horizontal rows. The outer part features the country name (Hungarian Republic) in a circular arrangement. At the bottom of the circular inscription, in the center, horizontally arranged in three rows, are the year of issue, the mint mark (BP), and the engraver's privy mark. MAGYAR KÖZTÁRSASÁG |
Edge |
MILLENNIUM |
3000 Forint
Third Republic
KM# 741 Schön# 241 Adamo# EM160
Characteristics
Type | Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating) |
Material | Bi-Metallic |
Ring | Silver |
Center | Gold Plated Silver |
Weight | 31.46 g |
Diameter | 38.61 mm |
Thickness | 3 mm |
Shape | round |
Alignment | Medal |
Mint |
Budapest Mint (BP)
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