1 Cent Type 2 coat of arms
| Nickel brass | 2.00 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | Cyprus |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1991-2004 |
| Value | 1 Cent (Sent) (0.01 CYP) |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1983-2007) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 2.00 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 2009 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#156147 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 4% |
Reverse
Face Value, stylised bird in front of a tree branch from a jug of bichrome ware of the Cyproarchaic period.
Lettering: 1
Edge
Plain
Comment
1983 - KM#53.1 (number with single line); 1.5g
1988 - KM#53.2 (number with double line); 2.0g
2004 - KM#53.3 (different design: smaller wreath & shield, larger date digits); 2.0g
There are several official sets issued for this coins
Set of coins in brilliant uncirculated(BU) condition, 1994 issue, in a brochure.
Set of uncirculated condition coins, 2004 issue, in a rigid plastic case.
Set of coins in uncirculated condition, minted in 2004, in a three-ply folder. It was issued in 2007 as the set of the last Cyprus pound coins.
Interesting fact
The 1 Cent coin from Cyprus features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing the island nation's rich history and culture. The coin's reverse features a depiction of the ancient Cypriot goddess Aphrodite, who is considered the goddess of love, beauty, and fertility. This design was chosen to highlight Cyprus' rich cultural heritage and its connection to the ancient world.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1992 | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1993 | 7000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1994 | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1996 | 12000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1998 | 15000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2003 | 5000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2004 | 12000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Cent (Type 2 coat of arms) 1991-2004 coin.
