Cyprus 2013 Euro coins UNC set
The €1 and €2 coins depict a cruciform idol from the Chalcolithic
period (3000 BC). This characteristic example of the island's
prehistoric art reflects Cyprus's place at the heart of civilisation and
antiquity.
Featured on the 10, 20 and 50-cent coins is the Kyrenia
ship, a trading vessel which dates back to the fourth century BC and a
symbol of Cyprus's seafaring history and its importance as a centre of
trade.
The 1, 2 and 5-cent coins show the moufflon, a species of wild
sheep found on Cyprus and representative of the island's wildlife.
The
euro coin series comprises eight different denominations: 1, 2, 5, 10,
20 and 50 cent, €1 and €2. The euro coins have a common side and a
national side. The national side indicates the issuing country. The
common sides of the coins were designed by Mr Luc Luycx of the Royal
Belgian Mint.
They show images of the European Union or of Europe and
symbolise the unity of the EU. The 5, 2 and 1 cent coins show Europe in
relation to Africa and Asia on a globe.
You can use any euro coin anywhere in the euro area.
Weight - 42,92 g.
Quality - BU (Brilliant Uncirculated)
Nominal - 3,88 euro
Composition Bimetallic - various
Circulation - 90'000 pcs.
Country of origin - Cyprus
Year - 2013