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50 Forint Sándor Petőfi
1973 year| Silver (.640) (0.3292 oz ASW) | 16 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Republic (1949-1989) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1973 |
| Value | 50 Forint (50 HUF) |
| Currency | Forint (1946-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.640) (0.3292 oz ASW) |
| Weight | 16 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#28768 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 53% |
Reverse
The Bust of Sándor Petőfi (1823-1849), a Hungarian poet and freedom fighter facing 3/4 to the upper right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Petőfi Sándor
vigh T.
Translation:
Sándor Petőfi
vigh T.
Engraver: Tamás Vígh
Edge
Patterned
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1973 Hungarian 50 Forint coin featuring Sándor Petőfi is that it was minted to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Petőfi's birth. Sándor Petőfi was a renowned Hungarian poet and revolutionary who played a significant role in the Hungarian Revolution of 1848. The coin's design features a portrait of Petőfi on the obverse, while the reverse side features a stylized image of a Hungarian landscape with a rising sun in the background, symbolizing the revolution and the country's struggle for freedom. The coin's silver content and unique design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 BP. | 6000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Forint (Sándor Petőfi) 1973 coin.
