© Latvijas Banka
© Latvijas Banka
1 Lats Jāzeps Vītols
2013 year| Silver (.925) | 22 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Latvia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1991-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2013 |
| Value | 1 Lats (1 LVL) |
| Currency | New lats (1993-2013) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 22 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 2014 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#47142 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
The lower part of the reverse features five horizontal parallel lines, from which rays of light are spreading out like an arc, with a semi-circled inscription GAISMU SAUCA, GAISMA AUSA (We called for light and there was light) at the top, and the year 2013 at the bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GAISMU SAUCA, GAISMA AUSA
2013
Engraver: Jānis Strupulis
Designer: Arvīds Priedīte
Edge
The inscriptions LATVIJAS BANKA (Bank of Latvia) and LATVIJAS REPUBLIKA (Republic of Latvia), separated by rhombic dots.
Lettering: LATVIJAS BANKA ◊ LATVIJAS REPUBLIKA ◊
Comment
Data of issue 12-09-2013
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Lats (Jāzeps Vītols) 2013 coin from Latvia is that it features a unique design that combines traditional Latvian folk elements with modern techniques. The coin's obverse features a portrait of Jāzeps Vītols, a famous Latvian composer and conductor, while the reverse features a stylized image of a Latvian folk instrument, the kokle, which is surrounded by intricate patterns and designs. This blend of traditional and modern elements makes the coin a beautiful representation of Latvian culture and history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 3000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Lats (Jāzeps Vītols) 2013 coin.
