1 Lats (Kārlis Zāle) 2012 front 1 Lats (Kārlis Zāle) 2012 back
1 Lats (Kārlis Zāle) 2012 photo
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1 Lats Kārlis Zāle

2012 year
Silver (.925) 22 g 35 mm
Description
Issuer
Latvia
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2012
Value
1 Lats (1&nbspLVL)
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
References
Numista
N#39325
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

The reverse of the coin features the sculpture "Dying Horseman I", taken from the memorial ensemble of the Brethren Cemetery. The Eurostar logo of the "European Silver Programme" is displayed on the right below.

Engraver: Ligita Franckeviča

Designer: Krišs Salmanis

Edge

The inscriptions LATVIJAS BANKA, LATVIJAS REPUBLIKA and 2012, separated by rhombic dots.

Lettering: LATVIJAS BANKA ◊ LATVIJAS REPUBLIKA ◊ 2012 ◊

Comment

Data of issue 07-11-2012

Kārlis Zāle brochure

Interesting fact

The 1 Lats (Kārlis Zāle) 2012 coin from Latvia features a unique design, showcasing a stylized image of Kārlis Zāle, a famous Latvian sculptor and artist. The coin's design is a nod to Zāle's contributions to Latvian art and culture, and serves as a celebration of his legacy.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2012  7000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Lats (Kārlis Zāle) 2012 coin.