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50 Cents Abduction of Europa; Silver
1991 year| Silver (.925) | 7.0 g | 26.0 mm |
| Issuer | Cyprus |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1991 |
| Value | 50 Cents (Sent) (0.50 CYP) |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1983-2007) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 7.0 g |
| Diameter | 26.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 2008 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#46754 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
A composition based on a 4th century BC coin of the Cypriot Kingdom of Marion depicting the abduction of Europe by Zeus transfigurated into a bull. "King Timocharis" written in Cypriot syllabary (characters not supported here).
Lettering: 50
Translation:
King (pasi)
Timocharis (timokariwose)
50
Engraver: Antis Ioannides
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Abduction of Europa; Silver 50 Cents coin from Cyprus (1991) is unique in that it features a design that depicts the mythological story of Europa's abduction by Zeus, who disguised himself as a white bull. The design is striking and rare, making it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and mythology enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Cents (Abduction of Europa; Silver) 1991 coin.
