10 Latu (Javelin Thrower) 1999 front 10 Latu (Javelin Thrower) 1999 back
10 Latu (Javelin Thrower) 1999 photo
© Latvijas Banka

10 Latu Javelin Thrower

1999 year
Gold (.583) 3.11 g 18.50 mm
Description
Issuer
Latvia
Issuing entity
Bank of Latvia (Latvijas Banka)
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1999
Value
10 Latu (10&nbspLVL)
Currency
New lats (1993-2013)
Composition
Gold (.583)
Weight
3.11 g
Diameter
18.50 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1 January 2014
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#50911
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

A motif of a javelin thrower holding a javelin in his raised hand is featured in the centre of the coin. The inscription SIDNEJA 2000 OLIMPISKAS SPELES (Sydney 2000 Olympic Games) encircles the central motif along the coin's edge. The numeral 10 and inscription LATU (lats) are placed beneath the motif.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SIDNEJA 2000 OLIMPISKAS SPELES
10 LATU

Designer: Olga Šilova

Edge

Reeded.

Comment

Data of issue ...-06-1999

Interesting fact

The 10 Latu (Javelin Thrower) coin from Latvia, made of Gold (.583) and weighing 3.11g, features an image of a javelin thrower on the obverse side, symbolizing athleticism and strength.