5 Euros (Accession of Cyprus to the EMU) 2008 front 5 Euros (Accession of Cyprus to the EMU) 2008 back
5 Euros (Accession of Cyprus to the EMU) 2008 photo

5 Euros Accession of Cyprus to the EMU

2008 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Cyprus
Period
Republic (1960-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2008
Value
5 Euros 5 EUR = USD 5.52
Currency
Euro (2008-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#20578
Rarity index
66%

Reverse

Design showing Cyprus connected with a ring to Europe, on a transfigurated map. The ring bears the euro symbol, repeated along its periphery. The design also depicts the nominal value of the coin, «5 ΕURO», and the 12 stars of the EU in a semi circle in the outer ring.

Lettering:
5 EURO

Engraver: N. Loucas

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate Cyprus' accession to the European Monetary Union (EMU) in 2008. The coin's design features the official logo of the EMU, along with the year of accession and the name of the country in Greek and Turkish, reflecting the island nation's diverse cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2008  15000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Euros (Accession of Cyprus to the EMU) 2008 coin.