Cyprus 1 Euro of 2008 Bi Metallic Coin

This coin is a 1 euro piece from Cyprus, dated 2008, and made for everyday use in the eurozone. It is bi‑metallic, with a silver‑coloured centre and a gold‑coloured outer ring, giving it a modern two‑tone look.​

On one side is the common euro design used by all countries: a large number “1”, the word “EURO”, and a map of Europe with twelve stars representing the European Union. This tells you the value of the coin and that it is part of the euro currency system.​

The other side is special to Cyprus. It shows the “Idol of Pomos”, a simple cross‑shaped prehistoric statue that represents the island’s ancient culture. Around it you can see the country name written in both Greek (ΚΥΠΡΟΣ) and Turkish (KIBRIS), along with the year 2008 and the circle of twelve stars.​