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Cyprus Banknote 500 Mils 1983 DIM 40 AED

Name: Cyprus Banknote 500 Mils 1983 DIM 40 AED
Price: 40 AED
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Item Details

Age

Brand New

Condition

Almost no noticeable problems or flaws

Usage

Still in original packaging

Posted on: 11th March 2026

Description

General Information

Country: Cyprus

Issuer: Central Bank of Cyprus

Denomination: 500 Mils (½ Cyprus Pound)

Year: 1983 (dated 1 June 1982 on the note)

Catalog Number: Pick #45a

Serial Number (your note): A009264

Languages on the Banknote

Greek

Turkish

Front Design

Portrait of a Cypriot woman wearing traditional costume.

The coat of arms of Cyprus appears at the top center.

Decorative guilloche patterns and security background printing.

Value “500 MILS” shown in ornamental frames.

Map of Cyprus incorporated into the design.

Back Design

Typically shows traditional Cypriot cultural motifs and patterns along with architectural or historical elements related to Cyprus.

Security Features

Watermark in the paper.

Fine line engraving patterns to prevent counterfeiting.

Serial numbers printed in black.

High-quality cotton banknote paper.

Historical Context

The Cyprus Pound system used 1 pound = 1000 mils.

The mils denomination circulated widely before Cyprus adopted the Euro in 2008.

Approximate Collector Value (depends on condition)

Circulated: $3 – $8

Very Fine: $10 – $20

Uncirculated: $25 – $40+

Interesting Fact

The portrait highlights traditional Cypriot culture, a common theme in Cyprus banknotes issued during the late 20th century.