© Image courtesy of Latvijas Banka
© Image courtesy of Latvijas Banka
1 Lats Chimney-sweep
2008 year| Copper-nickel | 4.8 g | 21.75 mm |
| Issuer | Latvia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1991-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 1 Lats (1 LVL) |
| Currency | New lats (1993-2013) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 4.8 g |
| Diameter | 21.75 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 2014 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#16292 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
A chimney-sweep is featured in the centre. The inscription LATS, arranged at the top in a semicircle, and the numeral 1, placed in the lower part of the coin, are both depicted on the left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LATS
1
Engraver: Laura Medne
Designer: Daina Lapina
Edge
Two inscriptions LATVIJAS BANKA (Bank of Latvia), separated by rhombic dots.
Lettering: LATVIJAS BANKA ♦ LATVIJAS BANKA ♦
Comment
Data of issue 03-12-2008Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design of a chimney sweep, which is a nod to the traditional occupation in Latvia. The coin's design also includes the inscription "Latvijas Republika" (Republic of Latvia) and the year of issue, 2008.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Lats (Chimney-sweep) 2008 coin.
