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2000 Forint Old Balaton Ship: 'Phoenix'
| Issuer | Magyar Nemzeti Bank (Hungarian National Bank) |
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| Year | 1998 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
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| Obverse description | A scenic view of Lake Balaton dominates the central field, depicting four sailing vessels under full sail on the lake's waters with the iconic Tihany peninsula and its Benedictine abbey church rendered in the background. A figure in a rowing boat is shown in the lower right foreground, adding depth to the composition. The denomination '2000 FORINT' is inscribed in large characters across the lower field, with the date '1998' and the Budapest mint mark 'BP.' beneath. The legend 'MAGYAR KÖZTÁRSASÁG' (Republic of Hungary) curves along the upper periphery in bold Latin lettering. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | A finely detailed depiction of the historic Lake Balaton sailing vessel Phoenix occupies the central field, shown under full sail with multiple masts and billowing sails rendered in high relief, navigating gentle waves. Two seagulls in flight appear in the upper left field, enhancing the maritime atmosphere. The date '1797', commemorating the vessel's era, is inscribed in cursive numerals to the left of the ship. The curved legend 'RÉGI BALATONI HAJÓK' (Old Balaton Ships) arcs along the upper periphery, while the ship's name 'Phoenix' is inscribed in elegant cursive script along the lower field. |
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