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Cyprus Banknotes Catalog

The history of banknotes in Cyprus reflects the island's rich and complex economic history. From its first issues to the adoption of the euro, the Cypriot paper currency has undergone several changes that reflect the political and economic evolution of the country.

Old Cyprus banknotes

The first Cypriot banknotes were issued in 1914 by the British colonial government. After independence in 1960, Cyprus introduced its own currency, the Cyprus pound. Banknotes of this era featured designs that reflected the island's culture and history, including archaeological motifs and iconic landscapes. The last series of Cypriot pound banknotes, issued in 1997, was notable for its advanced security system and for depicting important historical figures.

Current banknotes and the adoption of the euro

In 2008, Cyprus adopted the euro as its official currency, replacing the Cyprus pound. Currently, the banknotes in circulation are the standard euro banknotes, shared by all eurozone countries. These banknotes feature designs of European architectural styles and do not have Cyprus-specific features. However, Cypriot euro coins do retain national designs on their reverse, thus preserving part of the country's numismatic identity.

Country Cyprus
Flag
Coin Euro (EUR)
Continent Europa
Capital city Nicosia
ISO2 CY
ISO3 CYP
Catalogued banknotes 183

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Valuable banknotes

The most valuable Cyprus banknotes sought after by collectors are the following:

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1 Shilling

P#14 FO#2970
Year / Series 1920

2 Shillings

P#15 FO#2972
Year / Series 1930

10 Shillings

P#17 FO#2977
Year / Series 1933-1936

1 Pound

P#18 FO#2980
Year / Series 1930-1936

5 Pounds

P#19 FO#2982
Year / Series 1930-1936

1 Shilling

P#20 FO#2971
Year / Series 1939-1947

2 Shillings

P#21 FO#2973
Year / Series 1939-1947

5 Shillings

P#22 FO#2974
Year / Series 1939-1950

10 Shillings

P#23 FO#2978
Year / Series 1937-1950

1 Pound

P#24 FO#2981
Year / Series 1937-1951

5 Pounds

P#25 FO#2983
Year / Series 1938-1951

3 Piastres

P#26 FO#2967
Year / Series

3 Piastres

P#27 FO#2968
Year / Series 1943

3 Piastres

P#28 FO#2969
Year / Series 1943-1944

5 Shillings

P#29 FO#2975
Year / Series 1952

5 Shillings

P#30 FO#2976
Year / Series 1952

10 Shillings

P#31 FO#2979
Year / Series 1953-1954

5 Pounds

P#32 FO#2984
Year / Series 1953

250 Mils

P#33 FO#2985
Year / Series 1955-1960

500 Mils

P#34 FO#2988
Year / Series 1955-1957