50 Forint (Ignác Semmelweis) 1968 front 50 Forint (Ignác Semmelweis) 1968 back
50 Forint (Ignác Semmelweis) 1968 photo
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50 Forint Ignác Semmelweis

1968 year
Silver (.640) 20 g 36.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Hungary
Period
People's Republic (1949-1989)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1968
Value
50 Forint (50&nbspHUF)
Currency
Forint (1946-date)
Composition
Silver (.640)
Weight
20 g
Diameter
36.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#34299
Rarity index
62%

Reverse

People's Republic coat of arms, value in written form

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ÖTVEN FORINT
BP.
1968
50

Translation: Five hundred forints

Engraver: József Reményi

Interesting fact

The 50 Forint (Ignác Semmelweis) 1968 coin from Hungary features an image of Ignác Semmelweis, a Hungarian physician and researcher who is known for his pioneering work in the field of antiseptic procedures. He discovered that the spread of puerperal fever, a disease that was common in hospitals at the time, could be prevented by washing hands with soap and water, and he advocated for the use of disinfectants in medical settings. His work saved countless lives and paved the way for modern medicine.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1968 BP. 4750 - - - - - -

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