Cyprus 5 Euros, 2008

5 Euros from Cyprus. Issued in 2008. Struck in Silver (.925). Measures 38.61 mm and weighs 28.28 g.

Obverse

The emblem of the Central Bank of Cyprus, the words «ΚΥΠΡΟΣ», «KIBRIS», «CYPRUS» and the phrase «Η ΕΝΤΑΞΗ ΤΗΣ ΚΥΠΡΟΥ ΣΤΗΝ ΟΝΕ 2008».

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.