Cyprus 20 Cents 1983 Coin

For sale is a Cypriot 20 Cents coin from 1983, a period of significance in Cyprus's monetary history. The obverse of the coin features the emblem of Cyprus: a shield depicting a left-facing dove holding an olive branch in its beak, a symbol of peace, above the number "1960" – the year of Cyprus's independence. The emblem is surrounded by a wreath of two olive branches. Encircling the emblem is the country's name in three languages: "CYPRUS" (English), "ΚΥΠΡΟΣ" (Greek), and "KIBRIS" (Turkish), along with the year of issue "1983". The reverse side depicts a dove in flight, holding an olive branch in its beak, with the denomination "20" above it. This design emphasizes Cyprus's aspiration for peace. The coin is made of a nickel-brass alloy, giving it durability and a golden hue. This circulated piece serves as a memento from 1980s Cyprus and a valuable addition to any European or Mediterranean coin collection, symbolizing the island's history and culture.