2 Cents (Type 1 coat of arms; bordered value number) 1985-1990 front 2 Cents (Type 1 coat of arms; bordered value number) 1985-1990 back
2 Cents (Type 1 coat of arms; bordered value number) 1985-1990 photo
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2 Cents Type 1 coat of arms; bordered value number

 
Nickel brass 2.50 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Cyprus
Period
Republic (1960-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1985-1990
Value
2 Cents (Sent) (0.02&nbspCYP)
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1983-2007)
Composition
Nickel brass
Weight
2.50 g
Diameter
19 mm
Thickness
1.25 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
31 January 2008
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#156083
Rarity index
7%

Reverse

Depicts two heraldically arranged goats taken from a shallow bowl of the mid - thirteen century B.C. The value 2 above to right. One circle with 4 dots inside and two circles with 6 dots.

Lettering: 2

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 2 Cents coin from Cyprus, minted between 1985 and 1990, features a unique design that showcases the island nation's rich history and culture. On one side, the coin bears the image of the Cyprus coat of arms, which includes a shield with a crossed pair of olive branches and a pomegranate, symbolizing peace and fertility. The other side features the denomination "2 Cents" in a bold, modern font, surrounded by a decorative border. The coin's design is a nod to Cyprus' rich history and its position as a crossroads of cultures in the Mediterranean region.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1985  8066000 - - - - - -
1988  5150000 - - - - - -
1990  4000000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Cents (Type 1 coat of arms; bordered value number) 1985-1990 coin.