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18 Piastres - Victoria
1901 year| Silver (.925) | 11.3104 g | 29.8 mm |
| Issuer | Cyprus |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1879-1901) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1901 |
| Value | 18 Piastres (0.1) |
| Currency | Pound (1879-1955) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 11.3104 g |
| Diameter | 29.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#12477 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 38% |
Reverse
A crowned shield of arms with Lusignan lion on it which divides the date 1901. The crown rests on a scroll inscribed CYPRUS and the value is set out in words (EIGHTEEN PIASTRES) around the lower edge of the design.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CYPRUS
19 01
EIGHTEEN PIASTRES
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 18 Piastres - Victoria 1901 coin from Cyprus is interesting because it was minted during a brief period of British rule over the island, which lasted from 1878 to 1914. During this time, the British introduced their own currency, the Cypriot pound, which was divided into 180 piastres. The coin features an image of Queen Victoria on one side and the Cyprus coat of arms on the other. It was made of silver (.925) and weighs 11.3104 grams. This coin is a unique piece of history that highlights Cyprus' complex past and its connections to various empires and powers throughout the centuries.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 18 Piastres - Victoria 1901 coin.
