© Latvijas Banka
© Latvijas Banka
1 Lats Lucky coin
2008 year| Silver (.925) | 22.00 g | 35.00 mm |
| Issuer | Latvia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1991-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 1 Lats (1 LVL) |
| Currency | New lats (1993-2013) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 22.00 g |
| Diameter | 35.00 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 2014 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#51705 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Against the background of rooftops, in the centre a chimney-sweep is holding a ladder in his right hand and a coil of rope and a brush with weight in his left hand. A cat and inscription 2008 are placed lower centre.
Lettering: 2008
Engraver: Jānis Strupulis
Designer: Arvīds Priedīte
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 1 Lats (Lucky Coin) 2008 from Latvia is a unique coin that features a lucky charm motif, with a horseshoe and a four-leaf clover on one side, and the Latvian coat of arms on the other. This coin is made of silver (.925) and weighs 22.00g. It's a non-circulating coin, meaning it's not intended for general circulation and is instead sold at a premium price due to its collectible nature.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Lats (Lucky coin) 2008 coin.
