The Hungarian coins and currency is the Hungarian Forint. In Hungarian, this currency is called Forint. The name is derived from our Florin of Florence, a renowned coin we discussed here: the gold florin.
The Hungarian Forint was divided into 100 fillér, at least until 1999. From that year onward, Hungary eliminated the fillér and started using only coins of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, and 200 Forints, while withdrawing 1 Forint and 2 Forint coins from circulation.
Hungary joined the European Union in May 2004 but did not change its local currency. Instead of adopting the Euro, it retained the Hungarian Forint as its currency.
If you want to learn not only about its characteristics but also its value, keep reading.
Periods in Hungarian Numismatic History
The history of Hungarian coins and, in general, Hungarian numismatics is divided into well-defined historical periods. Although this article focuses only on the recent modern period, it’s worth listing them all:
- Third Hungarian Republic 1990–2022
- People’s Republic 1949–1989
- Second Hungarian Republic 1946–1948
- Regency Period Pengő 1926–1945
- Austro-Hungarian Korona 1892–1918
- Period of the Austro-Hungarian Florin 1847–1892
- Kingdom of Hungary 1806–1856
- Kingdom of Hungary 1705–1740
- Rákóczi’s War of Independence (1703–1711)
- Kingdom of Hungary 1658–1703
Value of Hungarian Coins from the Third Republic (1990–2022)
Here we answer the question: how much are Hungarian coins worth?
The first thing to note is that the values mentioned refer to modern coins from 1990 to 2022 in UNC (Uncirculated Condition), which means coins in perfect condition that have never been used or circulated. The preservation and impeccable condition of a coin significantly increase its value compared to circulated coins, which may have lower or no numismatic value.
In addition to a coin’s quality, rarity due to its mint year also plays a significant role in determining its rarity, which affects its valuation and the price at which it could be sold in an online coin auction.
In general, without going into details about quality or rarity, these are the values of Hungarian coins:
The Hungarian currency is the Hungarian Forint. In Hungarian, this currency is called Forint. The name is derived from our Florin of Florence, a renowned coin we discussed here: the gold florin.
The Hungarian Forint was divided into 100 fillér, at least until 1999. From that year onward, Hungary eliminated the fillér and started using only coins of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, and 200 Forints, while withdrawing 1 Forint and 2 Forint coins from circulation.
Hungary joined the European Union in May 2004 but did not change its local currency. Instead of adopting the Euro, it retained the Hungarian Forint as its currency.
If you want to learn not only about its characteristics but also its value, keep reading.
Periods in Hungarian Numismatic History
The history of Hungarian coins and, in general, Hungarian numismatics is divided into well-defined historical periods. Although this article focuses only on the recent modern period, it’s worth listing them all:
- Third Hungarian Republic 1990–2022
- People’s Republic 1949–1989
- Second Hungarian Republic 1946–1948
- Regency Period Pengő 1926–1945
- Austro-Hungarian Korona 1892–1918
- Period of the Austro-Hungarian Florin 1847–1892
- Kingdom of Hungary 1806–1856
- Kingdom of Hungary 1705–1740
- Rákóczi’s War of Independence (1703–1711)
- Kingdom of Hungary 1658–1703
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Value of Hungarian Coins from the Third Republic (1990–2022)
Here we answer the question: how much are Hungarian coins worth?
The first thing to note is that the values mentioned refer to modern coins from 1990 to 2022 in UNC (Uncirculated Condition), which means coins in perfect condition that have never been used or circulated. The preservation and impeccable condition of a coin significantly increase its value compared to circulated coins, which may have lower or no numismatic value.
In addition to a coin’s quality, rarity due to its mint year also plays a significant role in determining its rarity, which affects its valuation and the price at which it could be sold in an online coin auction.
In general, without going into details about quality or rarity, these are the values of Hungarian coins:
| Coin | Value in € | Numismatic Value |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Hungarian Forints | 0.013 € | less than 1€ |
| 10 Forints | 0.025 € | 1€ |
| 20 Forints | 0.051€ | 1€ |
| 50 Forints | 0.13 € | 1-1.5€ |
| 100 Forints | 0.25 € | 2€ |
| 200 Forints | 0.50 € | 2.50€ |
5 Hungarian Forints
The 5 Hungarian Forint coin is easily recognizable because the obverse, in bronze color, features an Egret, a medium-sized heron with a long neck and legs. On the reverse, the inscription reads “5 FORINT”.
Value of the 5 Forint Hungarian Coin
This is the coin with the lowest nominal value among those currently minted by Hungary. Its numismatic value is also very low. The 5 Forint coin with the highest value is from the year 2017, valued at 1.19€, and those from the year 2020 (valued at 1.04€). Coins from other years range in value from 0.11€ to a maximum of 0.55€.
| Year | 2012-2022 |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1990-2022) |
| Coin Type | Circulating Coins |
| Composition | Brass |
| Edge Type | Smooth |
| Shape | Round |
| Alignment | Medal (0°) |
| Weight (g) | 4.2 |
| Diameter (mm) | 21.2 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1.3 |
This Hungarian coin is easily distinguishable from the 5 forint coin due to the design of an Iris on the obverse. The obverse also features the inscription “MAGYARORSZÁG”, while the reverse reads “20 FORINT / BP.”
Value of the 20 Forint Hungarian Coin
What is the value of a 20 Forint coin? Its maximum value is 60 euro cents.
| Year | 2012-2022 |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1990-2022) |
| Coin Type | Circulating Coins |
| Composition | Nickel-Brass |
| Edge Type | Reeded |
| Shape | Round |
| Alignment | Medal (0°) |
| Weight (g) | 6.9 |
| Diameter (mm) | 26.3 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1.9 |
50 Forints
The 50 Forint Hungarian coins depict a falcon perched on a stump on the obverse. The obverse also features the inscription “MAGYARORSZÁG”, while the reverse reads “50 FORINT / BP.”
Value of the 50 Forint Hungarian Coin
The 50 forint Hungarian coin is worth up to 1 euro, except for the 2014 minting, where some UNC coins are sold for €2.37.
| Year | 2012-2021 |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1990-2022) |
| Coin Type | Circulating Coins |
| Composition | Cupro-Nickel |
| Edge Type | Smooth |
| Shape | Round |
| Alignment | Medal (0°) |
| Weight (g) | 7.7 |
| Diameter (mm) | 27.4 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1.7 |
100 Forints
Another Hungarian coin featuring the Hungarian coat of arms on the obverse is the 100 forint coin. The minting is bimetallic, similar to the old 500 lire bimetallic coins. The obverse has the inscription “MAGYARORSZÁG”, while the reverse reads “100 FORINT / BP.”
| Year | 2020-2022 |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1990-2022) |
| Coin Type | Circulating Coins |
| Composition | Bimetallic: center Copper-Nickel-Zinc, ring Copper-Nickel |
| Edge Type | Reeded |
| Shape | Round |
| Alignment | Medal (0°) |
| Weight (g) | 8 |
| Diameter (mm) | 23.8 |
| Thickness (mm) | 2.2 |
Value of the 100 Forint Hungarian Coin
The value of the 100 forint Hungarian coin is approximately 2€ on average. The 2021 minting is valued at about 3€ if included in the dedicated set.
Below, we provide an example of a commemorative 100 forint coin, also Hungarian. Hungary also mints commemorative coins that are collectible and highly sought after.
200 Forints
Finally, the bimetallic 200 Forint Hungarian coin has reversed metals compared to the 100 forint coin. The obverse features the inscription “MAGYARORSZÁG” and a depiction of the “Chain Bridge”, while the reverse reads “200 FORINT / BP.”
| Year | 2012-2021 |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1990-2022) |
| Coin Type | Circulating Coins |
| Composition | Bimetallic: center Copper-Nickel, ring Brass |
| Edge Type | Reeded and smooth sections |
| Shape | Round |
| Alignment | Medal (0°) |
| Weight (g) | 9 |
| Diameter (mm) | 28.3 |
| Thickness (mm) | 2 |
Value of the 200 Forint Hungarian Coin
This coin is worth an average of €2.50, with the 2019 minting being the most sought after, valued at slightly over €3.
