© Hungarian Central Banks's decree
© Hungarian Central Banks's decree
10 000 Forint János Pilinszky
2021 year| Silver (.925) | 31.46 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Magyar Pénzverő |
| Period | Republic (1989-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2021 |
| Value | 10 000 Forint 10 000 HUF = USD 27 |
| Currency | Forint (1946-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 31.46 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#329314 |
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| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
The reverse of the commemorative coin shows a side view portrait of János Pilinszky, leaning against a tree and contemplating, typical of the poet's melancholic character. The portrait is inspired by an emblematic photograph by András Szebeni.
Script: Latin (cursive)
Lettering:
Pilinszky
1921-1981
Designer: Pelcz Balázs
Edge
Reeded.
Interesting fact
The János Pilinszky 10,000 Forint coin was issued to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of János Pilinszky, a renowned Hungarian poet and translator. The coin's design features a portrait of Pilinszky on the obverse, while the reverse side depicts a stylized image of a pen nib, symbolizing Pilinszky's work as a writer and translator. The coin's mintage was limited to 5,000 pieces, making it a rare and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 BP | 4000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 000 Forint (János Pilinszky) 2021 coin.
