In the year 2025 we commemorate 700 years since a significant event in the history of medieval Hungary – the introduction of the gold coin florin, which became a symbol of monetary reform, economic stability, and Hungary's commercial significance in Europe. On this occasion, the National Bank of Slovakia (NBS) issues a gold collector's euro coin with a nominal value of 100 euros – it is a commemorative coin for collectors and investors. It will be a truly grand culmination of the last issue at the end of 2025 in the month of November.
Gold Collector's Coin – an artistic and historical message
This gold coin 100 euros 2025 was created based on a public anonymous art competition organized by NBS. It combines artistic quality, historical accuracy, and numismatic value. The obverse features a motif of the florin with heraldic symbols, and the reverse shows a portrait of King Charles I Robert of Anjou, who introduced this gold currency in Hungary in 1325. The winning design was created by Slovak medalist Mgr. art. Branislav Ronai, whose coin design won 1st prize. The expert committee of the National Bank of Slovakia recommended his design for realization.
Florin – a historical gold coin that changed Hungary
Florin (lat. florenus) was a gold coin with a high gold content, first minted in 1252 in Florence, Italy. Thanks to its high quality and trust among traders, it quickly spread throughout Europe. In Hungary, the florin began to be minted in 1325 during the reign of Charles Robert of Anjou. Hungarian florins were minted from nearly 24-carat gold and became a reliable currency not only in Central Europe but also in international trade. The introduction of the florin was part of economic reform in Hungary, which brought about the centralization of mints, support for precious metal mining, and the renewal of state finances. Florins from Hungary were mainly minted in the Mint Kremnica, which became one of the most significant mints in Europe.
The tradition of Slovak minting – from florin to euro
Mint Kremnica, founded in 1328, is among the oldest functioning mints in the world. It was here that the first Hungarian gold florins were minted, and today modern Slovak euro coins and commemorative coins of NBS are produced here. Slovak collector coins, such as this new gold coin 100 euros 2025, continue the rich minting heritage of Slovakia and at the same time remind us of historical events, personalities, and milestones of our territory.
Technical data and issue date
- Nominal value: 100 €
- Material: gold (probably Au 900 or higher)
- Motif: anniversary of the introduction of the gold coin – florin
- Design author: art. Branislav Ronai
- Issuer: National Bank of Slovakia
- Mint: Mint Kremnica, š. p.
- Issue date: expected in the second half of 2025
- Purpose: collector's coin, investment coin, commemorative gold euro coin
Commemorative gold coin 100 euros – 700th anniversary of the florin is an exceptional combination of history, art, and value. It recalls the era when Slovakia became a center of gold minting in medieval Europe and the florin became a symbol of trust in currency. This coin is not only a collector's item but also a testament to tradition and craftsmanship excellence.
Two sets of circulation coins were also issued on this topic 700th Anniversary of the Introduction of the Gold Coin - Florin in Hungary.
The first set of valid circulation euro coins of the Slovak Republic for the year 2025, issued by the National Bank of Slovakia and minted in the Mint Kremnica, contains all denominations: 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, and 50 cents, as well as 1 and 2 euros. The collection is completed by a thematic commemorative token by Mgr. Art. Martin Sabol. The entire set is housed in an elegant blister with a cover. 700th anniversary of the introduction of the coin - FLORIN in HUNGARY (standard quality)
The second set of euro coins was minted by the National Bank of Slovakia in the Mint Kremnica for the year 2025 and is housed in an elegant wooden case. It contains all denominations: 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, and 50 cents, as well as 1 and 2 euros, complemented by a thematic silver medal by Mgr. Art. Martin Sabol. 700th anniversary of the introduction of the coin - FLORIN in HUNGARY (PROOF quality)
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