The Triton collection was issued to mark Cyprus' accession to the EU in 2004. All coins are in uncirculated condition.
It should be mentioned that the collector coin issued to mark Cypruss accession to the European Union and which depicts Triton trumpeting through a sea shell the birth of Aphrodite, has received worldwide acclaim. It was awarded first prize in a competition held in 2005 at the Numismatic Exhibition of Vicenza in Italy, gaining the title Finest Coin in the World minted in 2004. Furthermore, it gained the title Best Crown of the World in a competition organised in 2006 by Krause Publications, publishers of World Coin News.
The Coat of Arms of the Republic of Cyprus and the year of issue, 2004. Triton trumpeting the birth of Aphrodite and the nominal value of the coin. Alloy: Gold (91.67%), Copper (8.33%).Silver coin: Silver (92.5%) and copper (7.5%). Cupronickel coins: Copper (75%) and nickel (25%). Cupronickel coins: 3000 pieces in presentation cases, 3000 pieces loose. All coins guaranteed to be genuine. Let us know if you would like more pictures or have any questions.
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University of Cyprus - Gold. Triton Collection Coins, Gold, Silver, 2 CuNi, 2004 Cyprus to EURUSSIA UK" is in sale since Saturday, January 28, 2012. This item is in the category "Coins & Paper Money\Coins\ World\Gold". The seller is "moneyworldstore" and is located in Nicosia, Cyprus. This item can be shipped worldwide.