The 1963 Cyprus 1 Mil coin is a fascinating, budget-friendly numismatic piece marking the very first coin issue of the Republic of Cyprus after gaining independence from British rule.
Mintage Year: 1963 (Circulated from 1963–1972)
Composition: 96.5% Aluminium, 3.5% Magnesium
Weight: 0.75 grams
Diameter: 18.5 mm
Shape: 12-sided (Dodecagonal)
Mint: Royal Mint (Tower Hill, London)
Obverse (Front): Features the Coat of Arms of Cyprus, showcasing a dove holding an olive branch inside a shield. The shield displays the independence year "1960". The mintage year 1963 sits directly above the emblem. The outer rim is inscribed with the country’s name in both Greek (ΚΥΠΡΙΑΚΗ ΔΗΜΟΚΡΑΤΙΑ) and Turkish.
Reverse (Back): Displays a bold, stylized numeral "1" nestled between two curved ears of wheat, symbolizing agricultural heritage