10 Latu 14th Century Riga
1995 year| Silver (.925) | 31.47 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Latvia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1991-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1995 |
| Value | 10 Latu (10 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#50275 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
A motif of the Great Guild's coat of arms (1354) - a golden ship with the city's symbol, two intersected keys topped with a cross, at the top of the mast - is featured on the coin by matting the metal to different degrees. The inscriptions LIELAS GILDES GERBONIS (the Great Guild's coat of arms) and XIV GS. (14th century), each arranged in a semicircle, are placed to the left and to the right of the central motif, respectively. The inscription RIGA-800 is placed beneath the motif.
Lettering:
LIELAS GILDES GERBONIS XIV GS.
RIGA-800
Engraver: Jānis Strupulis
Designer: Laimonis Šēnbergs
Edge
Plain with incuse text
Lettering: LATVIJAS REPUBLIKA ◊ LATVIJAS BANKA ◊
Comment
Data of issue 18-09-1996Interesting fact
The 10 Latu coin from Latvia, minted in 1995, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. The coin's obverse side features the image of a 14th-century Riga city gate, while the reverse side depicts a traditional Latvian folk pattern. This coin is not only visually stunning but also has a high silver content of .925, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 8000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Latu (14th Century Riga) 1995 coin.
