Description

Sándor Weöres (1913–1989) was a prominent Hungarian poet, writer, and translator, considered one of the most significant figures in Hungarian literature of the 20th century. He was born in Szombathely, Hungary. Weöres' literary works span various genres, including poetry, prose, essays, and translations. He was deeply influenced by Hungarian folk traditions, Eastern philosophy, and mythology, which is evident in his rich and diverse body of work.

Weöres' poetry often explores themes such as nature, love, spirituality, and the human condition. His language is known for its lyrical quality, inventive imagery, and philosophical depth. Some of his most notable works include the poetry collections "Halotti pompa" (Funeral Oration) and "Tűzkönyv" (Book of Fire), as well as the children's book "Királylány kútja" (The Princess' Well).

Aside from his original creative work, Weöres was also a prolific translator, bringing works from various languages into Hungarian, including the poetry of Shakespeare, Rumi, and Tagore. Throughout his lifetime, he received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to literature and culture in Hungary.

The collector coin is part of the Europa Coin Programme, also known as the European Silver Programme, or the Eurostar Programme. It is an initiative dedicated to the issuance of collector-oriented legal tender coins in precious metals to celebrate European identity. The issuing authorities of EU member countries voluntarily contribute coins to the Europa Coin Programme. Multiple countries have participated in the programme, beginning in 2004. Some coins are denominated in euro, others are denominated in other currencies.

Engraver: Zoltán Tóth