1 Lats (Coin of Water) 2009 front 1 Lats (Coin of Water) 2009 back
1 Lats (Coin of Water) 2009 photo
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1 Lats Coin of Water

2009 year
Silver (.925) 26 g -
Description
Issuer
Latvia
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2009
Value
1 Lats (1&nbspLVL)
Currency
New lats (1993-2013)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
26 g
Size
32 × 32 mm
Shape
Square with angled corners
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1 January 2014
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#30564
Rarity index
80%

Reverse

A water crystal is depicted in the centre of the coin, with the inscription 1 LATS placed along the lower part of the right lower side of the coin.

Lettering: 1 LATS

Engraver: Jānis Strupulis

Designer: Ilmārs Blumbergs

Edge

Plain

Comment

Data of issue 16-11-2009

Interesting fact

The 1 Lats (Coin of Water) 2009 from Latvia is a unique coin that features a design that changes color when it comes into contact with water. The coin's outer layer is coated with a special material that reacts with moisture, causing the coin's color to change from silver to blue. This innovative feature was created to symbolize the importance of water in Latvia's culture and environment.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2009  7000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Lats (Coin of Water) 2009 coin.