© Latvijas Banka
© Latvijas Banka
1 Lats 100 years in Olympic Games
2012 year| Silver (.925) | 22.00 g | 35.00 mm |
| Issuer | Latvia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1991-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2012 |
| Value | 1 Lats (1 LVL) |
| Currency | New lats (1993-2013) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 22.00 g |
| Diameter | 35.00 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 2014 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#51711 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
A stylised image of three ancient Greek runners is placed in the centre. There is the inscription 776. GADS PRIEKŠ KRISTUS (776 Before Christ) underneath slightly to the right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 776. GADS PRIEKŠ KRISTUS
Designer: Aigars Bikše
Edge
The inscriptions LATVIJAS REPUBLIKA (Republic of Latvia) and LATVIJAS BANKA (Bank of Latvia), separated by rhombic dots.
Lettering: LATVIJAS REPUBLIKA ◊ LATVIJAS BANKA ◊
Comment
Data of issue 16-04-2012
100 years in Olympic Games brochure
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Lats (100 years in Olympic Games) 2012 coin from Latvia is that it features a unique design that combines traditional Latvian folk art with modern Olympic symbols. The coin's obverse features a stylized image of a traditional Latvian folk dress, while the reverse depicts the Olympic rings and the year 2012 in a bold, modern font. This unique blend of traditional and modern elements makes the coin a standout piece in any collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Lats (100 years in Olympic Games) 2012 coin.
