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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: Mercédesz Molnár
Obverse
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Depicts an overhead view of the Military Memorial Park Pákozd national memorial site, surrounded by an outer ring. In the outer ring, the circular inscription reads "MILITARY MEMORIAL PARK • PÁKOZD" at the top and "NATIONAL MEMORIAL SITE" at the bottom. The emblem of national memorial sites is on the left side, and the engraver's privy mark is on the right side. KATONAI EMLÉKPARK • PÁKOZD |
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Reverse
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Depicts the obelisk created by sculptor Gyula Kiss Kovács in 1951 to commemorate the Battle of Pákozd fought on September 29, 1848. In the background are the surroundings of the Military Memorial Park Pákozd national memorial site and Lake Velence. To the top right of the depiction, in a circular inscription, is "HUNGARY," with the denomination and "FORINT" in two lines in the center. To the left of the obelisk depiction, in the center, are the mint mark "BP." and the year of issue "2023" in two lines. MAGYARORSZÁG |
Edge |
3000 Forint
Hungarian National Memorial Sites
Military Memorial Park at Pákozd
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Hungarian National Memorial Sites
Military Memorial Park at Pákozd
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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