© Latvijas Banka
© Latvijas Banka
1 Lats The Latvian ABC Book
2010 year| Silver (.925) | 31.47 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Latvia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1991-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2010 |
| Value | 1 Lats (1 LVL) |
| Currency | New lats (1993-2013) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 31.47 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 2014 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#51624 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
There is a reproduction of a rooster from the oldest known Latvian ABC book in the centre, an inscription ABC arranged in a semi-circle to the left and an inscription "Latviesu abece" in stylised gothic letters in a semi-circle to the right.
Lettering:
ABC
Latviešu ābece
Engraver: Ligita Franckeviča
Designer: Arvīds Priedīte
Edge
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 12-08-2010Interesting fact
The 1 Lats coin from Latvia, featuring the Latvian ABC Book, has a unique feature - it has a hidden message in Braille letters. The letters "LAT" are inscribed in Braille on the coin's obverse, which can be read by running one's finger over the surface of the coin. This adds an additional layer of accessibility and inclusivity to the coin's design.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Lats (The Latvian ABC Book) 2010 coin.
