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5 Forint Lajos Kossuth; small issue
| Copper-nickel | 5 g | 23.4 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Republic (1949-1989) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1983-1989 |
| Value | 5 Forint (5 HUF) |
| Currency | Forint (1946-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 23.4 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 1995 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#4056 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 4% |
Reverse
Small shield above denomination separating date with BP. between shield and numeral
Script: Latin
Lettering:
19 89
BP.
5
FORINT
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Forint (Lajos Kossuth; small issue) coin from Hungary is that it features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins in the series. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Lajos Kossuth, a prominent Hungarian politician and national hero, while the reverse side features the Hungarian coat of arms surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves. This design was specifically created for the small issue of the coin, which was minted from 1983 to 1989, and it gives the coin a distinctive look that collectors find appealing.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 BP. | 15240000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1984 BP. | 25018000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1985 BP. | 25286000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1986 BP. | 1030000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1987 BP. | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1988 BP. | 4050000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1989 BP. | 39014000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Forint (Lajos Kossuth; small issue) 1983-1989 coin.
