The history of minting stretches back more than 1,000 years in Hungary. Working on behalf of the Magyar Nemzeti Bank (MNB, Hungary’s central bank), the Hungarian Mint Ltd. is the sole producer of Hungarian circulation coins and guardian of this long tradition. Along with this main activity, the Mint also strikes limited series of collector coins from gold, silver and other non-ferrous metals, as well as special medals typically linked to individual events.
The history of minting stretches back more than 1,000 years in Hungary. Working on behalf of the Magyar Nemzeti Bank (MNB, Hungary’s central bank), the Hungarian Mint Ltd. is the sole producer of Hungarian circulation coins and guardian of this long tradition. Along with this main activity, the Mint also strikes limited series of collector coins from gold, silver and other non-ferrous metals, as well as special medals typically linked to individual events.
Manufacture and distribution of collector coins
With its issues of collector coins, the Magyar Nemzeti Bank celebrates notable anniversaries of major figures from Hungarian history, culture, science and the arts, and commemorates important Hungarian and international events. The MNB has exclusive issuing right in Hungary; in accordance with its orders, our Company produces these collector coins and – following issuance by the central bank – sells them as the primary distributor.
Manufacture and distribution of mint sets
Our mint sets are a special product, with a collection of extra brilliant (BU) and mirror-finish proof quality (PP) coins in special, illustrated packaging. Our Company manufactures and distributes the circulation series. On occasion, the mint sets are supplemented with individual medals or coins related to the theme of the packaging.
Custom medal production
Our Company also produces medals based on custom orders, in accordance with the customer’s wishes and specifications, with individualised designs. These custom medals are ideal for special occasions, important events, company anniversaries, conferences, etc.
Medals and coins for special occasions
The medals and coins produced by our Company are works of art, celebrating the great figures of Hungarian history, culture, arts and science. They are suitable both as company gifts and for collecting. Our range of products features gifts for many important kinds of family events and some can be customised with special engraving or photo-engraving services.
AWARDS
Please find below a limited selection of the awards we have recently won.
2019
Coin Constellation Gold coin winner: King Albert gold coin, part of the series Mediaeval Hungarian gold guldens
Designer: Fanni Király
2019
Coin Constellation Best circulation coin 2nd place: Year of Families, commemorative circulation coin
Designer: Zoltán Endrődy
2018
2018 Coin Constellation Coin Classic 2nd place: Austro-Hungarian Compromise – silver coin Designer: István Kósa
We are proud that a Hungarian collector coin won the COTY Coin of the Year “People’s Choice Award” five times in a row between 2006 and 2010.
COMING ATTRACTIONS IN 2021
One special feature of our 2021 issuing programme is the launch of a new series entitled “Nation-building sovereigns of the Árpád Dynasty”. Reflecting the significance of the subject matter, this series includes one-ounce pure silver and non-ferrous versions, along with a limited edition of a one-ounce pure gold coin. The first coin in this series honours Stephen I, founder of the Hungarian state.
Stephen I of Hungary
“Nation-Building Sovereigns of the Árpád Dynasty” collector series – I.
Designer: Zoltán TÓTH
Diameter: 34mm
Edge: smooth, with edge lettering “STEFANUS SUPERNA PROVIDENTE CLEMENTIA UNGRORUM REX” (King Stephen’s title from a document of the Archabbey of Pannonhalma)
Material: Au .999
Weight: 1 ounce (31.104 g)
Diameter: 34mm
Date of issue: 11 January 2021
Popular series of collector coins from earlier years will also be continued, for example with a new non-ferrous, bronze patina coin celebrating the 50th anniversary of the founding of Ópusztaszer National Heritage Park as the 8th coin in the series “National Memorial Sites”.
In 1982, an outdoor ethnographic museum, exhibition and park were opened at the National Heritage Park in Ópusztaszer. According to the writings of Anonymus (ca. 1200), this was the location where the conquering Hungarians (Grand Prince Árpád and his nobles) convened to establish the laws of the land.
Ópusztaszer National Heritage Park
“National Memorial Sites” collector series – 8.
Designer: Virág SZABÓ
Diameter: 37mm
Edge: milled
Face value: HUF 2,000
Metal: brass (Cu90Zn10)
Gross weight: 18.4 g
Max. mintage: 10,000 pcs patinated
Expected date of issue: April 2021
Additions to the collector series this year also include a patina-finished, non-ferrous collector coin in the shape of a rectangle, marking the 125th anniversary of the opening of the ‘Millennium Underground Railway’.
The Millennium Underground Railway opened on 2 May 1896. Construction of this underground metro line elevated the city of Budapest to world-class status, complementing its extensive tram network and three permanent bridges over the Danube. It was the first underground on the European mainland, preceding Paris and Berlin. The front of the coin depicts a contemporary blueprint of one of the stations, illustrating the covered, underground railway features. A motif recalling the decorative Zsolnay tiles from stations is presented on the back of the coin, along with the special locomotive used on this underground line.
Millennium Underground Railway of Budapest
Designer: Balázs BITÓ
Size: 39.6*26.4 mm
Edge: smooth
Face value: HUF 2,000
Metal: brass (Cu75Ni25)
Gross weight: 27 g
Max. mintage: 8,000 pcs patinated
Date of issue: 3 May 2021
Due to the global pandemic, the 16th European Football Championship and the 52nd International Eucharistic Congress were postponed and thus these coins were moved from the MNB’s 2020 issuing programme to 2021.
The roots of the European Football Championship stretch back 60 years. In this edition, it will not be a single country hosting the event, but rather 13 individual cities, including Budapest where three matches will be played. We are thrilled that the Hungarian team qualified for this Championship and proud that we will be able to support them at the new stadium in Budapest named after football legend Ferenc Puskás.
16th European Football Championship
Designer: Áron BOHUS
Diameter: 38.61 mm
Edge: milled
Variations with the same design:
1) Face value: HUF 10,000
Metal, fineness: silver, Ag .925
Gross weight: 31.46 g
Max. mintage: 5,000 pcs Proof
2) Face value: HUF 2,000
Metal: brass (Cu75Ni25)
Gross weight: 30.8 g
Max. mintage: 5,000 pcs BU
Expected date of issue: May 2021
After 1938, this year marks the second occasion that Hungary will be hosting the International Eucharistic Congress, a global series of events organised every four years by the Roman Catholic Church. Its objective is to spread the knowledge of and deepen respect for the eucharist. The mission symbol of this event being held in Hungary is the Mission Cross, which is shown on the front of the commemorative coin.
52nd International Eucharistic Congress
Designer: Tamás E. SOLTRA
Diameter: 38.61 mm
Edge: milled
Variations with the same design:
1) Face value: HUF 10,000
Metal, fineness: silver, Ag .925
Gross weight: 31.46 g
Max. mintage: 5,000 pcs Proof
2) Face value: HUF 2,000
Metal: brass (Cu75Ni25)
Gross weight: 30.8 g
Max. mintage: 7,000 pcs BU
Expected date of issue: August 2021
The MNB developed its issuing programme for 2021 on the basis of votes and suggestions received in a public consultation procedure. In this consultation, a proposal was received to commemorate the “One with Nature” World of Hunting and Nature Exhibition, which is being held in Hungary in 2021. One of the key aims of the exhibition is to promote the protection and respect of nature and to highlight the importance of the reasonable, prudent development of civilization, by helping to raise social awareness for these issues. This series of events will help the public to better understand and appreciate nature protection efforts, the concept and purpose of the sustainable utilisation of nature, and the usefulness and importance of aspects such as hunting, game management, angling, net fishing, the management of fish stocks, forestry and forest management.
“One with nature” World of Hunting and Nature Exhibition
Designer: younger László SZLÁVICS
Diameter: 38.4 mm
Edge: smooth
Variations with the same design:
1) Face value: HUF 15,000
Metal, fineness: silver, Ag .925
Gross weight: 35 g
Max. mintage: 5,000 pcs
Proof, with golden inlay
2) Face value: HUF 2,000
Metal: brass (Cu75Ni25)
Gross weight: 30.8 g
Max. mintage: 0000 pcs BU
Date of issue: 25 September 2021
We hope that the above events will take place in 2021 and that we can welcome many visitors to Hungary attending them.
The full issuing programme for 2021 can be found on the Magyar Nemzeti Bank’s webpage here.
For more information on the history of Hungarian minting and the products offered by the Hungarian Mint Ltd., please visit our Website!
Wishing you all the best for 2021!
The history of minting stretches back more than 1,000 years in Hungary. Working on behalf of the Magyar Nemzeti Bank (MNB, Hungary’s central bank), the Hungarian Mint Ltd. is the sole producer of Hungarian circulation coins and guardian of this long tradition. Along with this main activity, the Mint also strikes limited series of collector coins from gold, silver and other non-ferrous metals, as well as special medals typically linked to individual events.
Manufacture and distribution of collector coins
With its issues of collector coins, the Magyar Nemzeti Bank celebrates notable anniversaries of major figures from Hungarian history, culture, science and the arts, and commemorates important Hungarian and international events. The MNB has exclusive issuing right in Hungary; in accordance with its orders, our Company produces these collector coins and – following issuance by the central bank – sells them as the primary distributor.
Manufacture and distribution of mint sets
Our mint sets are a special product, with a collection of extra brilliant (BU) and mirror-finish proof quality (PP) coins in special, illustrated packaging. Our Company manufactures and distributes the circulation series. On occasion, the mint sets are supplemented with individual medals or coins related to the theme of the packaging.
Custom medal production
Our Company also produces medals based on custom orders, in accordance with the customer’s wishes and specifications, with individualised designs. These custom medals are ideal for special occasions, important events, company anniversaries, conferences, etc.
Medals and coins for special occasions
The medals and coins produced by our Company are works of art, celebrating the great figures of Hungarian history, culture, arts and science. They are suitable both as company gifts and for collecting. Our range of products features gifts for many important kinds of family events and some can be customised with special engraving or photo-engraving services.
AWARDS
Please find below a limited selection of the awards we have recently won.
2019
Coin Constellation Gold coin winner: King Albert gold coin, part of the series Mediaeval Hungarian gold guldens
Designer: Fanni Király
2019
Coin Constellation Best circulation coin 2nd place: Year of Families, commemorative circulation coin
Designer: Zoltán Endrődy
2018
2018 Coin Constellation Coin Classic 2nd place: Austro-Hungarian Compromise – silver coin Designer: István Kósa
We are proud that a Hungarian collector coin won the COTY Coin of the Year “People’s Choice Award” five times in a row between 2006 and 2010.
COMING ATTRACTIONS IN 2021
One special feature of our 2021 issuing programme is the launch of a new series entitled “Nation-building sovereigns of the Árpád Dynasty”. Reflecting the significance of the subject matter, this series includes one-ounce pure silver and non-ferrous versions, along with a limited edition of a one-ounce pure gold coin. The first coin in this series honours Stephen I, founder of the Hungarian state.
Stephen I of Hungary
“Nation-Building Sovereigns of the Árpád Dynasty” collector series – I.
Designer: Zoltán TÓTH
Diameter: 34mm
Edge: smooth, with edge lettering “STEFANUS SUPERNA PROVIDENTE CLEMENTIA UNGRORUM REX” (King Stephen’s title from a document of the Archabbey of Pannonhalma)
Material: Au .999
Weight: 1 ounce (31.104 g)
Diameter: 34mm
Date of issue: 11 January 2021
Popular series of collector coins from earlier years will also be continued, for example with a new non-ferrous, bronze patina coin celebrating the 50th anniversary of the founding of Ópusztaszer National Heritage Park as the 8th coin in the series “National Memorial Sites”.
In 1982, an outdoor ethnographic museum, exhibition and park were opened at the National Heritage Park in Ópusztaszer. According to the writings of Anonymus (ca. 1200), this was the location where the conquering Hungarians (Grand Prince Árpád and his nobles) convened to establish the laws of the land.
Ópusztaszer National Heritage Park
“National Memorial Sites” collector series – 8.
Designer: Virág SZABÓ
Diameter: 37mm
Edge: milled
Face value: HUF 2,000
Metal: brass (Cu90Zn10)
Gross weight: 18.4 g
Max. mintage: 10,000 pcs patinated
Expected date of issue: April 2021
Additions to the collector series this year also include a patina-finished, non-ferrous collector coin in the shape of a rectangle, marking the 125th anniversary of the opening of the ‘Millennium Underground Railway’.
The Millennium Underground Railway opened on 2 May 1896. Construction of this underground metro line elevated the city of Budapest to world-class status, complementing its extensive tram network and three permanent bridges over the Danube. It was the first underground on the European mainland, preceding Paris and Berlin. The front of the coin depicts a contemporary blueprint of one of the stations, illustrating the covered, underground railway features. A motif recalling the decorative Zsolnay tiles from stations is presented on the back of the coin, along with the special locomotive used on this underground line.
Millennium Underground Railway of Budapest
Designer: Balázs BITÓ
Size: 39.6*26.4 mm
Edge: smooth
Face value: HUF 2,000
Metal: brass (Cu75Ni25)
Gross weight: 27 g
Max. mintage: 8,000 pcs patinated
Date of issue: 3 May 2021
Due to the global pandemic, the 16th European Football Championship and the 52nd International Eucharistic Congress were postponed and thus these coins were moved from the MNB’s 2020 issuing programme to 2021.
The roots of the European Football Championship stretch back 60 years. In this edition, it will not be a single country hosting the event, but rather 13 individual cities, including Budapest where three matches will be played. We are thrilled that the Hungarian team qualified for this Championship and proud that we will be able to support them at the new stadium in Budapest named after football legend Ferenc Puskás.
16th European Football Championship
Designer: Áron BOHUS
Diameter: 38.61 mm
Edge: milled
Variations with the same design:
1) Face value: HUF 10,000
Metal, fineness: silver, Ag .925
Gross weight: 31.46 g
Max. mintage: 5,000 pcs Proof
2) Face value: HUF 2,000
Metal: brass (Cu75Ni25)
Gross weight: 30.8 g
Max. mintage: 5,000 pcs BU
Expected date of issue: May 2021
After 1938, this year marks the second occasion that Hungary will be hosting the International Eucharistic Congress, a global series of events organised every four years by the Roman Catholic Church. Its objective is to spread the knowledge of and deepen respect for the eucharist. The mission symbol of this event being held in Hungary is the Mission Cross, which is shown on the front of the commemorative coin.
52nd International Eucharistic Congress
Designer: Tamás E. SOLTRA
Diameter: 38.61 mm
Edge: milled
Variations with the same design:
1) Face value: HUF 10,000
Metal, fineness: silver, Ag .925
Gross weight: 31.46 g
Max. mintage: 5,000 pcs Proof
2) Face value: HUF 2,000
Metal: brass (Cu75Ni25)
Gross weight: 30.8 g
Max. mintage: 7,000 pcs BU
Expected date of issue: August 2021
The MNB developed its issuing programme for 2021 on the basis of votes and suggestions received in a public consultation procedure. In this consultation, a proposal was received to commemorate the “One with Nature” World of Hunting and Nature Exhibition, which is being held in Hungary in 2021. One of the key aims of the exhibition is to promote the protection and respect of nature and to highlight the importance of the reasonable, prudent development of civilization, by helping to raise social awareness for these issues. This series of events will help the public to better understand and appreciate nature protection efforts, the concept and purpose of the sustainable utilisation of nature, and the usefulness and importance of aspects such as hunting, game management, angling, net fishing, the management of fish stocks, forestry and forest management.
“One with nature” World of Hunting and Nature Exhibition
Designer: younger László SZLÁVICS
Diameter: 38.4 mm
Edge: smooth
Variations with the same design:
1) Face value: HUF 15,000
Metal, fineness: silver, Ag .925
Gross weight: 35 g
Max. mintage: 5,000 pcs
Proof, with golden inlay
2) Face value: HUF 2,000
Metal: brass (Cu75Ni25)
Gross weight: 30.8 g
Max. mintage: 0000 pcs BU
Date of issue: 25 September 2021
We hope that the above events will take place in 2021 and that we can welcome many visitors to Hungary attending them.
The full issuing programme for 2021 can be found on the Magyar Nemzeti Bank’s webpage here.
For more information on the history of Hungarian minting and the products offered by the Hungarian Mint Ltd., please visit our Website!
Wishing you all the best for 2021!