1 Lats (Kokle) 2013 front 1 Lats (Kokle) 2013 back
1 Lats (Kokle) 2013 photo
© Image courtesy of Latvijas Banka

1 Lats Kokle

2013 year
Copper-nickel 4.8 g 21.75 mm
Description
Issuer
Latvia
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
2013
Value
1 Lats (1&nbspLVL)
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
References
Numista
N#46333
Rarity index
15%

Reverse

The reverse of the new 1-lats coin features the kokle - a musical instrument originating with the ancient Balts.

Script: Latin

Lettering: 1 LATS

Engraver: Ligita Franckeviča

Designer: Anna Heinrihsone

Edge

Two inscriptions LATVIJAS BANKA (Bank of Latvia), separated by rhombic dots.

Lettering: LATVIJAS BANKA ♦ LATVIJAS BANKA ♦

Comment

Data of issue 10-06-2013

Interesting fact

The 1 Lats (Kokle) 2013 coin from Latvia features a unique design that incorporates a traditional Latvian folk instrument, the kokle, which is a type of stringed instrument that resembles a guitar. The kokle is a significant part of Latvian culture and is often used in traditional music and dance. The coin's design features an image of a kokle player, along with other symbols and patterns that reflect Latvian folklore and tradition. This coin is a great example of how numismatics can be used to celebrate and preserve cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2013  1000000 - - - - - -

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