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Rohonc Codex - the Hungarian Voynich

Rohonc Codex - the Hungarian Voynich

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The Rohonc Codex  or the “Hungarian Voynich” is  an illustrated manuscript which was found in the early 19th century in Hungary. As of date it is of unknown authorship and written in a dialect that is undeciphered. 


The codex contains 448 paper pages, nine to fourteen rows of symbols, and 87 images. The text is composed of an unknown script with no known parallel, featuring a large number of distinct symbols. The illustrations in the codex are quite diverse, depicting various religious, militaristic, and everyday life scenes.


Despite extensive efforts, the script of the Rohonc Codex remains undeciphered. Its mysterious origins, unique script, and debates surrounding its authenticity make it a captivating subject for historians , enthusiasts and linguists. While recent discoveries have yet to provide definitive answers, the Codex remains an interesting mystery, holding the potential to reveal new aspects of historical linguistics and mediaeval history.


If you are interested in cracking a centuries old undeciphered cipher, you can download one of the copies of the entire codex here.

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