50 Mils
50 Mils
Cyprus · 1977
A round copper-nickel coin featuring the Cyprus coat of arms on the obverse and a bunch of grapes with the denomination on the reverse.
- Country
- Cyprus
- Year
- 1977
- Denomination
- 50 Mils
- Metal
- Copper-Nickel
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Overview
A round copper-nickel coin featuring the Cyprus coat of arms on the obverse and a bunch of grapes with the denomination on the reverse.
Historical significance
Issued by the Republic of Cyprus during a period following its independence in 1960 and prior to the adoption of the Cyprus Pound decimal system and later the Euro.
Obverse (front)
Coat of arms of Cyprus featuring a dove holding an olive branch inside a shield, surrounded by an olive wreath and the country name in Greek and Turkish (KYPRIAKH DHMOKRATIA - KIBRIS CUMHURIYETI) and the founding year 1960, with the issue year 1977 at the top.
Reverse (back)
A detailed cluster of grapes with leaves and the large denomination '50' below it, encircled by a bead-and-reel border.
Estimated value
$1 - $5
What drives this coin's value
Condition grade, presence of environmental damage or verdigris, and overall eye appeal
Grade assessment
Fine to Very Fine (showing minor environmental verdigris spots and average circulation wear)
Mintage & rarity
Common
Authenticity & counterfeit red flags
Verify weight, diameter, and magnetic properties of copper-nickel composition. Counterfeits are rare due to low face value.
Notable varieties & errors
Standard circulation strike with no major rare varieties known for this date.
Similar coins
Other early Republic of Cyprus Mil denominations (e.g., 5, 25, 100 mils)
Care & preservation
Store in a dry environment away from moisture to prevent further verdigris or corrosion. Handle by the edges using cotton gloves.
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