What are the themes used for Cyprus’s coins?
The themes of the designs are chosen to reflect the special character of Cyprus in the sphere of culture, history and nature. With reference to the sphere of culture the national side will depict the ‘Idol from Pomos’. This is a cross-shaped idol from the village of Pomos that dates back to the halcolithic period (3000 BC). It is a characteristic sample of the prehistoric art of Cyprus. In the sphere of history the ‘Ship of Kyrenia’ has been chosen which portrays the importance of Cyprus in trade and maritime activities. In the sphere of nature, the ‘Mouflon’ has been chosen, as the most characteristic animal species of Cyprus.
