Hungarian Coin

The history of coins in Hungary and, in general, Hungarian numismatics is divided into well-defined historical periods. Although this article only addresses the recent modern historical period, it is good to list them all:

• Third Hungarian Republic 1990-2022
• People's Republic 1949-1989
• Second Hungarian Republic 1946-1948
• Regency period Pengő 1926-1945
• Austro-Hungarian Crown 1892-1918
• Austro-Hungarian Florin period 1847-1892
• Kingdom of Hungary 1806-1856
• Kingdom of Hungary 1705-1740
• Independence War of Rákóczi (1703 – 1711)
• Kingdom of Hungary 1658-1703

Here we are in the chapter where we will answer the question: how much are Hungarian coins worth?

The first thing to keep in mind and to remember for those who may not already know is that the values indicated refer to modern coins from 1990 to 2022 in BU (Brilliant Uncirculated) which means coins in perfect condition, never used and never circulated. The preservation and impeccable condition of the coin give it a higher value compared to circulated coins which will consequently have lower or no numismatic quotes.

Alongside the quality of the coin, there is the rarity due to the year of minting which contributes to establishing the rarity of the coin and thus affects its quote and the price at which the Hungarian coin could be sold at an online coin auction.

In general, without going into specifics of quality or rarity, these are the values of Hungarian coins:

The 5 Hungarian florin coin is easily recognizable because on the bronze obverse it features an Egret, a medium-sized heron with a long neck and legs. On the reverse of the coin, the inscription reads 5 FLORINT

Value of the Hungarian 5 forint coin.

This is the coin with the lowest nominal value compared to those currently minted by Hungary. The numismatic value is also very low. The 5 florin coin that is worth the most is from the year 2017, which is valued at €1.19, and those from the year 2020 (value €1.04). The other years of minting have values ranging from €0.11 to a maximum of 55 cents.

The above is the old 5 florin coin of Hungary, not to be confused with the new one. On the obverse, the inscription reads “KOSSUTH / MAGYAR KÖZTÁRSASÁG”. This specific coin has an average value of 6 euros.

We have included this coin only as an example of a coin from the previous period. We will not include others for the moment unless readers request further details on other periods.

The 10 Florin coin is made of brass plated with Copper and Nickel and features the recognizable coat of arms of Hungary on the obverse. On the reverse, it has the inscription 10 FORINT / BP.

Value of the Hungarian 10 forint coin.

The value of the Hungarian 10 florin coin? Low, the value is at most 60 cents.

This coin from Hungary is easily distinguishable from the 5 forint coin due to the design on the obverse featuring an Iris. The obverse also has the inscription “MAGYARORSZÁG” and on the reverse, the inscription “20 FORINT / BP.”

Value of the Hungarian 20 forint coin.

What is the value of a 20 Forint coin? It is worth a maximum of 60 cents.

The Hungarian 50 Florin coins depict a falcon sitting on a stump on the obverse. On the obverse, the inscription “MAGYARORSZÁG” and on the reverse “50 FORINT / BP.”

Value of the Hungarian 50 forint coin.

The 50 forint Hungarian coin is worth up to 1 euro, except for the year 2014, where some FDC coins are sold for 2.37€

Another Hungarian coin that features the Hungarian coat of arms on the obverse is the 100 forint coins. The coin is bimetallic, similar to the old 500 bimetallic lire. On the obverse, the inscription “MAGYARORSZÁG” appears, while on the reverse, it reads “100 FORINT / BP.”

Value of the Hungarian 100 forint coin.

The average value of the Hungarian 100 florins coin is 2€. The 2021 minting is valued at around 3€ if included in the specific set.

Below we provide an example of a commemorative coin of 100 florins, also Hungarian. Hungary also mints commemorative coins that are collectible and highly sought after.

Finally, the Hungarian bimetallic coin of 200 Forint has the metals inverted compared to the 100 forint coin. On the obverse, it features the inscription “MAGYARORSZÁG” and a representation of the “Chain Bridge,” while on the reverse it shows “100 FORINT / BP.”

Value of the Hungarian 200 forint coin.

This coin is worth an average of €2.50, and the most sought-after minting is from the year 2019, which is worth just over €3.