10 Forint (Anniversary of Forint) 1956 front 10 Forint (Anniversary of Forint) 1956 back
10 Forint (Anniversary of Forint) 1956 photo
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10 Forint Anniversary of Forint

1956 year
Silver (.800) 12.5 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Hungary
Period
People's Republic (1949-1989)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1956
Value
10 Forint (10&nbspHUF)
Currency
Forint (1946-date)
Composition
Silver (.800)
Weight
12.5 g
Diameter
30 mm
Thickness
2.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#24052
Rarity index
49%

Reverse

Leaves behind denomination, small coat of arms above

Script: Latin

Lettering:
10
FORINT
1946 - 1956
BP.

Engraver: István Iván

Edge

Inscription: the abbreviation of "Magyar Állami Pénzverde"

Script: Latin

Lettering: M . Á . P . V .

Translation: Hungarian State Mint

Comment

Official silver set:

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1956 Hungarian 10 Forint silver coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the introduction of the Forint, Hungary's national currency. The coin's design features the coat of arms of Hungary on one side and the number 10 on the other, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. The use of silver in the coin's composition adds to its value and collectibility, making it a sought-after piece among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1956 BP. 22000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Forint (Anniversary of Forint) 1956 coin.