• Obverse: Portrait of the President of Cyprus (or national emblem), inscription in Greek and Turkish.

• Reverse: Denomination 1 CENT and the year 1983, often accompanied by a motif symbolizing Cypriot culture or agriculture.

• Composition: Bronze.

• Weight: 2.0 g.

• Diameter: 17 mm.

• Edge: Plain.

• Mint: Royal Mint (or local mint if specified).

Historical Insight:
Cypriot coins of the 1980s demonstrate the nation’s post-independence identity and focus on national symbols. The 1 cent coin, though small in value, circulated widely and represents everyday life in Cyprus during this period.

Collecting Note:
This coin is appealing for collectors seeking to explore Cypriot numismatics, especially as part of the pre-euro era series, capturing the island’s distinct Mediterranean character.