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Hungarian historical landmarks hold profound significance as sites of memory, revered for their national, religious, regional, or minority importance. While they often boast remarkable architectural features, their primary value lies in their historical significance. According to legislation, a national memorial site can encompass either a constructed setting or a natural locale where a pivotal event from the past, shaping the nation's trajectory, or a significant state decision has unfolded, deemed worthy of national remembrance.
Distinguished national memorial sites serve as crucial touchstones in both Hungarian history and the history of the Hungarian State. They offer visitors a window into the pivotal events, tragedies, and triumphs that have shaped Hungary's past. Presently (as of 2024), the country boasts sixty-four recognized historical landmarks, designated as such by government decree following recommendations from the National Memorial and Mourning Committee. The National Heritage Institute ensures their consistent identification, erecting markers that not only uniformly distinguish the landmarks but also succinctly convey their significance to interested parties.
Engraver: Zoltán Tóth
Obverse
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Depicts the Royal castle, Esztergom Basilica and the Primate's Palace. Above, in the center, is the inscription "ESZTERGOM," with "NATIONAL MEMORIAL SITE" written in a semicircle along the edge. Below, on the left, the inscription "CASTLE HILL AND VÍZIVÁROS" is visible. To the left of the castle depiction is the emblem of the national memorial sites, and below the depiction of the Basilica is the engraver's privy mark. NEMZETI EMLÉKHELY |
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Reverse
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Depicts the interior of the castle chapel, featuring a wall section adorned with frescoes of the apostles and seating niches. Above, on the left, arranged in two rows one above the other and aligned to the right, are the denomination and the inscription "FORINT." Along the upper left edge, in a semicircle, is the inscription "HUNGARY". Below, in the center, arranged in two rows one above the other, are the year of issue "2019" and the mint mark "BP." MAGYARORSZÁG |
Edge |
2000 Forint
Hungarian National Memorial Sites
Esztergom, Castle Hill and Víziváros
Subscribe series
Adamo# EM388
Hungarian National Memorial Sites
Esztergom, Castle Hill and Víziváros
Characteristics
Type | Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating) |
Material | Bronze Plated Copper |
Weight | 18.4 g |
Diameter | 37 mm |
Thickness | 2.7 mm |
Shape | round |
Alignment | Medal |
Mint |
Budapest Mint (BP)
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