© Kladokop
© Kladokop
5 Cents Type 2 coat of arms
| Nickel brass | 3.75 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Cyprus |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1991-2004 |
| Value | 5 Cents (Sent) (0.05 CYP) |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1983-2007) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 3.75 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1.40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 January 2008 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#155992 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 5% |
Reverse
Bull's head from an exhibit to be found in the Cyprus Museum in Nicosia, a fourteenth-century B. C. silver bowl with wishbone handle and the value in numerals below
Lettering: 5
Edge
Plain
Comment
There are several official sets issued for these 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 5 Cents 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 | 5000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1994 | 8000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1998 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2001 | 15000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2004 | 15000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Cents (Type 2 coat of arms) 1991-2004 coin.
