Obverse. Photo © Magyar Nemzeti Bank
  • 2000 Forint 2022, Adamo# EM471, Hungary, Hungarian Shepherd and Hunting Dog Breeds, Mudi
  • 2000 Forint 2022, Adamo# EM471, Hungary, Hungarian Shepherd and Hunting Dog Breeds, Mudi
Description

In 2019, the Hungarian National Bank launched a coin series celebrating Hungarian shepherd and hunting dog breeds. The term "Hungarian Shepherd and Hunting Dog Breeds" encompasses nine breeds that were recognized in the Collection of Hungarikums in 2017.

Engraver: Áron Bohus

Obverse

Depicts a shepherd standing on a grassy plain with a flock and two Mudis, with a grazing sheep flock and a well-sweep in the background. Integrated into the depiction of the grassy plain along the bottom edge, in a semicircular inscription, is the word "MUDI," and the engraver's privy mark is on the right side.

The Mudi, one of the rarest Hungarian herding dog breeds, was historically known as the "German Puli" by shepherds. The breed was first officially described in 1936 by Csaba Geyza Anghi and brought into purposeful breeding by Dezső Fényes, who discovered and bred intelligent, trainable dogs from this then-unknown breed. Fényes presented his dogs at a livestock show in 1936, and the breed standard was accepted under the name "Mudi." The breed nearly became extinct after World War II but was revived with a new standard in 1963 by Zoltán Balássy, which was accepted by the Federation Cynologique Internationale.

Known for its high energy and intelligence, the Mudi excels in herding and agility, standing 14-18 inches tall and weighing 18-29 lbs. Originally bred for their functionality rather than appearance, Mudis are long-lived, intelligent, and form strong bonds with their owners, understanding commands with ease. Today, they still perform exceptionally in herding competitions. However, due to their people-oriented nature, they do not tolerate kennel living well and require daily interaction with their owners. Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a purebred breed in 2022, Mudis remain a cherished, albeit rare, herding breed.

MUDI
B

Reverse

Depicts a side view of a Mudi, with its head turned to the right. Along the edge, in a semicircular inscription, "HUNGARY" is at the top, the denomination and "FORINT" are at the bottom, the mint mark "BP." is on the left side, and the year of issue "2022" is on the right side.

MAGYARORSZÁG
BP.
2022
2000
FORINT

Edge
Characteristics
Type Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating)
Material Nickel Brass
Weight 16 g
Diameter 34 mm
Thickness -
Shape round
Alignment Medal
Mint
Budapest Mint (BP)

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