25 Mils - Elizabeth II (1955)
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Features
| Denomination | 25 Mils |
| Catalog Number | KM# 35 |
| Weight (g) | 2.8 |
| Diameter (mm) | 19.25 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1.3 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Copper-Nickel |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Demonetized |
Obverse
Engraved by Cecil Walter Thomas
Lettering:
QUEEN ELIZABETH THE SECOND
Description:
Crowned Queen Elizabeth II facing right.
QUEEN ELIZABETH THE SECOND
Description:
Crowned Queen Elizabeth II facing right.
Reverse
Engraved by William Maving Gardner
Lettering:
GOVERNMENT OF CYPRUS · TWENTY FIVE MILS
25
· 1955 ·
Description:
Bulls head above denomination, date below.
In ancient times, bull masks made from real bull skulls were worn in rites, and neolithic bull-horned stone altars have been found in Cyprus.
GOVERNMENT OF CYPRUS · TWENTY FIVE MILS
25
· 1955 ·
Description:
Bulls head above denomination, date below.
In ancient times, bull masks made from real bull skulls were worn in rites, and neolithic bull-horned stone altars have been found in Cyprus.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | 2,500,000 | Common | |
| 1955 | 2,000 | Proof | Very Common |