2023 Hungary Ungarn Hungarian Defence Forces commemorative circulation coin 100 Forint VF - UNC

This is an original circulation (uncirculated) coin from Hungary.

To mark the 175th anniversary of the Hungarian Defence Forces, the Magyar Nemzeti Bank (MNB) is issuing a 100-forint commemorative circulation coin on 23 May 2023. The special coin highlights the symbolic elements of the logo of the Hungarian Defence Forces, commemorating the values and traditions of the historical past and the military history that are still relevant today. The thematic side of the coin was designed by sculptor Zoltán Kovács and will be released in 1 million pieces from the day of issuance.

The face value side of the 100-forint bicolour coin, is identical to the face value side of the current circulation coin of the same denomination, but on the thematic side the usual coat of arms design is replaced by motifs representing the core values of the Hungarian Defence Forces and elements from its logo. The coin was designed by sculptor Zoltán Kovács.

On the obverse, extending into the outer ring, the central motif features details from the logo of the Hungarian Defence Forces, a turul, a bird of prey, holding the sword of Stephen I of Hungary in its claws, and the shield of the Hungarian Defence Forces, with heraldic stripes indicating the national colours. The visual elements focus attention on historical traditions and the role of the Defence Forces. The turul is the animal totem of the Hungarian mythical traditions, the embodiment of celestial power and the supremacy of the ruler, from which the origins of the Árpád dynasty can be traced. Its extended wings represent its protective role.

The sword is a symbol of power and royalty. Traditionally, Hungarian kings used the sword of St Stephen to wave to the four compass points from the coronation hill, demonstrating their power over the country. The shield of the Hungarian Defence Forces defines national belonging and it is also a symbol of security and defence, referring to the basic task of the Hungarian Defence Forces.

The visual representation of this concept is framed by inscriptions. The inner core of the coin bears the motto of the Hungarian Defence Forces: the inscription 'A HAZÁÉRT' (For country) is placed in the outer ring, inside the beaded border. In the upper legend, the lettering 'MAGYARORSZÁG' (Hungary) and the words '175 éves a MAGYAR HONVÉDSÉG' (175 years of the Hungarian Defence Forces) are seen with the minting year '2023'.

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