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1 Piastre - George V
| Bronze | 11.5 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Cyprus |
|---|---|
| King | George V (1910-1936) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1922-1931 |
| Value | 1 Piastre (1⁄180) |
| Currency | Pound (1879-1955) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.5 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#24242 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 66% |
Reverse
Denomination in the center, inside a beaded circle. Lettering around the inner circle in a clock-wise direction. Beaded ring on the rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· CYPRUS ·
ONE PIASTRE 1930
1
Interesting fact
The 1 Piastre coin from Cyprus featuring King George V was minted during a time of great change in the country. In 1922, Cyprus was still a British colony, but it began to transition towards independence in the early 1930s. This coin was minted during that transition period, making it a unique piece of history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1922 | 54000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1927 | 127000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1930 | 96000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1931 | 45000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Piastre - George V 1922-1931 coin.
