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Description
The Budapest Philharmonic Society, known as Budapesti Filharmóniai Társaság in Hungarian, stands as one of Hungary's oldest and most esteemed musical institutions. Since its establishment in 1853, it has been a cornerstone of Budapest's cultural scene, promoting classical music and providing a platform for local and international talents.
Founded by Hungarian musicians and music enthusiasts, the society has remained committed to delivering top-tier symphonic concerts, chamber music performances, and operatic productions. One of its crowning achievements is the creation of the Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra, renowned across Europe for its excellence.
Over the years, the society has hosted illustrious figures like Franz Liszt, Johannes Brahms, Richard Strauss, and Béla Bartók, showcasing their works and championing Hungarian composers on the global stage.
Today, the Budapest Philharmonic Society remains an essential hub of cultural activity in Budapest, offering a diverse array of concerts and events that span classical masterpieces to contemporary compositions.
Engraver: Emma Sz. Egyed
Obverse
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Depicts portraits of Ferenc Erkel at the top, Ernst von Dohnányi at the bottom, Béla Bartók on the left, and Zoltán Kodály on the right, all enclosed within a border. A floral motif is featured in the center of the portraits, surrounded by inscriptions in a circular arrangement. The engraver's privy mark is positioned between two decorative motifs at the bottom. 150 ÉVES A BUDAPESTI FILHARMÓNIAI TÁRSASÁG |
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Reverse
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Depicts the coat of arms of the Budapest Philharmonic Society within a border. Encircling the edge is the country name (Hungarian Republic) with the denomination below. Between these inscriptions, the mint mark (BP) and the year of issue are placed on the left side in horizontal rows, while the engraver's privy mark is located on the right side. * MAGYAR KÖZTÁRSASÁG * |
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5000 Forint
Third Republic
150th Anniversary of the Budapest Philharmonic Society
KM# 769 Adamo# EM187
150th Anniversary of the Budapest Philharmonic Society
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