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1 Forint - Francis Joseph I
| Silver (.900) | 12.3457 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Francis Joseph I (Franz Joseph I) (1848-1916) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1868-1869 |
| Value | 1 Florin (Forint) |
| Currency | Florin (decimalized, 1857-1892) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 12.3457 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#33872 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 42% |
Reverse
Curved twofold Hungarian small coat of arms, flying angels holding St. Stephen's crown above
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MAGYAR ORSZÁG AP. KIRÁLYA 1868
1 · F
Translation: Apostolic King of Hungary
Engraver: Franz Gaul
Edge
Inscribed text
Lettering: BIZALMAM AZ ŐSI ERÉNYBEN
Translation: My trust is ancient virtues
Comment
KB mintmark: ÉH#1463a (H#2136)GYF mintmark: ÉH#1463b (H#2137)
1868 KB restrike: H#2136b
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Forint - Francis Joseph I 1868-1869 coin from Hungary is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of Francis Joseph I, who was the Emperor of Austria and King of Hungary at the time. This was a period of significant political and social turmoil, as Hungary was seeking greater autonomy from Austria and the Austro-Hungarian Empire was facing challenges from within and outside its borders. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a symbol of Hungary's rich history and cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1868 GY F | 266486 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1868 K B | 573584 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1869 GY F | 362175 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1869 K B | 493698 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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