Coin Cyprus BU Euro box set - History of Cyprus - 2008

The Cyprus Euro BU coin set, issued in 2008, commemorates the island's history. This set contains all the Cypriot euro currency denominations in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) quality.

Each coin features a national side specific to Cyprus, while respecting the technical specifications common to all euro coins, particularly in terms of dimensions, weight and composition. The coins are struck with a superior striking quality, giving them a brilliant and immaculate appearance, sought after by collectors.

All the euro coins included in the set feature distinct designs on their national side. The 1, 2 and 5 cent coins depict the mouflon, a symbol of Cypriot fauna. The 10, 20 and 50 cent coins feature the Kyrenia ship, an ancient Greek merchant ship, a symbol of the island's maritime history. The 1 and 2 euro coins display the Idol of Pomos, a prehistoric sculpture testifying to the antiquity of Cypriot civilization.

The mintage of this set is limited to 70,000 copies, making it a collectible item prized by numismatists interested in the history of Cyprus and euro commemorative issues.

The set itself is designed to protect and showcase the coins. It offers a neat and informative presentation, highlighting the historical and cultural importance of the motifs depicted on the coins.