1 Lats (University of Latvia) 2009 front 1 Lats (University of Latvia) 2009 back
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1 Lats University of Latvia

2009 year
Silver (.925) 31.47 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Latvia
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2009
Value
1 Lats (1&nbspLVL)
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
References
Numista
N#30563
Rarity index
78%

Reverse

The reverse features the main building of the University of Latvia in the centre, with an owl, the symbol of wisdom, sitting on books in the foreground and a rose, a dedication to the beautiful female students, behind the owl. The semicircular inscription LATVIJAS UNIVERSITĀTE is arranged at the top and the inscription 1 LATS at the bottom of the reverse.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LATVIJAS UNIVERSITĀTE
1 LATS

Engraver: Jānis Strupulis

Designer: Guntars Sietiņš

Edge

The words VIVAT, CRESCAT and FLOREAT, separated by rhombic dots.

Lettering: VIVAT ◊ CRESCAT ◊ FLOREAT ◊

Comment

Data of issue 28-08-2009

Interesting fact

The 1 Lats (University of Latvia) 2009 coin from Latvia features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Great Coat of Arms of Latvia, while the reverse side features an image of the University of Latvia's main building, which was built in the 19th century and is considered one of the most important examples of neo-Gothic architecture in the country. This coin was minted to commemorate the university's 90th anniversary and serves as a symbol of Latvia's commitment to education and cultural preservation.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2009  7000 - - - - - -

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