Hungarian 10 Forint

A silver-colored circulation coin from Hungary featuring the National Coat of Arms and a large numeral 10.

Representing the modern Republic of Hungary, this coin is part of the current circulation series introduced in 1992 following the fall of communism. The name 'Forint' comes from the city of Florence, where gold coins called fiorino d'oro were struck from 1252.

Features the Coat of Arms of Hungary in the center, surrounded by the legend 'MAGYARORSZÁG' (Hungary) and the year '2017' at the bottom.

Large numeral '10' over a horizontal line, with the word 'FORINT' and the 'BP.' mint mark below it.

$0.05 - $0.25 (face value is approximately $0.03 USD). It is common pocket change.

Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated. Shows light surface marks and very minor wear consistent with light circulation.

Common; millions of these coins were minted in 2017.

Standard circulation strikes are the norm; collectors may look for doubling errors or extreme off-center strikes, though none are commonly documented for this specific year/denomination as high-value items/rarities in the general market. There was a 2017 commemorative version for the 150th Anniversary of the Austro-Hungarian Compromise, but this is the standard version. See reverse: if the '10' is stylized different or motifs appear, it may be a commemorative, but this specimen is the base type. Note: In 2012, the legend 'MAGYAR KÖZTÁRSASÁG' was changed to 'MAGYARORSZÁG', which this 2017 coin correctly reflects following constitutional changes which took place in 2012.

The 20 Forint is similar in color but larger and features a different floral motif (Iris aphylla) on the reverse.

Maintain in a dry environment. Standard circulation coins like this do not require special cleaning; avoid harsh chemicals which can damage the luster.