5000 Forint (Ignác Semmelweis) 2015 front 5000 Forint (Ignác Semmelweis) 2015 back
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5000 Forint Ignác Semmelweis

2015 year
Gold (.999) 0.5 g 11 mm
Description
Issuer
Hungary
Period
Republic (1989-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2015
Value
5000 Forint 5000 HUF = USD 14
Currency
Forint (1946-date)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
0.5 g
Diameter
11 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#85216
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Portrait

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SEMMELWEIS
1818
1865

Engraver: Enikő Szöllőssy

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Ignác Semmelweis 5000 Forint coin was issued to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Hungarian physician's death. Semmelweis is known for his groundbreaking work in the field of medicine, particularly in the discovery of the importance of hand hygiene in preventing the spread of diseases. The coin's design features an image of Semmelweis, along with a depiction of a hand washing basin and soap, symbolizing his contributions to the medical field.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2015 BP. 5000 - - - - - -

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