Coin design for a public contest by the Slovak National Bank

The coin design captures the essence of Friar Cyprian, showcasing both his spiritual nature and his deep connection with herbs. In the foreground, we see him depicted in a symbolic religious pose, while a simple and elegant sketch of the monastery in the background provides a contextual backdrop to Cyprian's activities (reverse). On the obverse side, the focus shifts to a view of his renowned herbarium, one of his most treasured works. The harmony between the two sides of the coin is maintained through the recurring motif of plants, as well as the contrast of the dominant element with accompanying text.