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Cyprus 2020 silver proof 5 euro leda and the swan ancient mosaic art in box

Nicosia, Strovolos - Acropolis
Posted: 22.10.2024 13:07 Ad ID: 4428077
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  • Delivery in Cyprus: Possible
  • Reference number: 0948
  • Kind: Coins
  • Condition: New
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CYPRUS 2020 SILVER PROOF 5 EURO “ LEDA AND THE SWAN ” ANCIENT MOSAIC ART IN BOX + COA

Limited mintage : 2000 only!!

Shape: Round

Diameter: 38,61 millimeters

Weight: 28,28 grammes

Edge: Plain

Alloy: Silver (92,5%) and copper (7,5%)

 

This coin depicts Leda and the swan, an outstanding mosaic dating to the 2nd

century A.D., which decorated the floor of a Roman house found at Palaipafos.

Specifically, the coin depicts the moment when Leda, the beautiful mythical queen of

Sparta, had a first encounter with god Zeus who had transformed himself into a swan in

order to approach her. The mosaic is exhibited at the Museum of Kouklia in Pafos

district. The coin has been designed by George Stamatopoulos and was minted by the

Greek Mint.

Design:

Obverse: The emblem of the Central Bank of Cyprus, the words “ΚΥΠΡΟΣ”, “CYPRUS”

and “KIBRIS” and the year “2020”.

Reverse: A composition depicting, in mosaic style, Leda standing next to the swan. The

coin’s nominal value of €5 is also depicted.

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