© Beku
© Beku
20 Cents Type 2 coat of arms
| Nickel brass | 7.75 g | 27.25 mm |
| Issuer | Cyprus |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1991-2004 |
| Value | 20 Cents (Sent) (0.20 CYP) |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1983-2007) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 7.75 g |
| Diameter | 27.25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.80 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 January 2008 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#155624 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 5% |
Reverse
Head of Zeno of Citium (334 BC-262 BC), Greek philosopher from Citium (Greek for Cyprus), he was the founder of the Stoic school of philosophy
Script: Greek
Lettering:
20
ΖΗΝΩΝ Ο ΚΙΤΙΕΥΣ
Translation: Zeno of Citium
Edge
Milled
Comment
There are several official sets issued for these coinsSet 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 20 Cents coin from Cyprus features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. On one side of the coin, there's an image of the island's national emblem, which includes a dove, an olive branch, and a pomegranate. The dove symbolizes peace, the olive branch represents unity, and the pomegranate is a symbol of fertility and prosperity. This design was introduced in 1991 and was used until 2004, making it a distinctive feature of Cypriot coinage during that time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1992 | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1993 | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1994 | 8000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1998 | 5000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2001 | 15000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2004 | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Cents (Type 2 coat of arms) 1991-2004 coin.
