10 Latu Proclamation of the Republic of Latvia
1993 year| Silver (.925) | 25.175 g | 36.07 mm |
| Issuer | Latvia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1991-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1993 |
| Value | 10 Latu (10 LVL) |
| Currency | New lats (1993-2013) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 25.175 g |
| Diameter | 36.07 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 2014 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#29563 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 74% |
Reverse
The reverse is horizontally divided into two parts. An ethnographic motif on the background of seven horizontal lines is centered in the upper part. The numeral 10, with the inscription LATU (lats) beneath it, is placed on the right side of the lower part; the years 1918 and 1993 are inscribed on the left side along the edge of the coin.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1918 # 1993
10
LATU
Engraver: Edgars Grīnfelds
Designer: Aivars Krūklis
Edge
Plain with incuse text
Lettering: LATVIJAS VALSTS 75 GADI ◊ LATVIJAS VALSTS 75 GADI ◊
Translation: 75th Anniversary of Latvia
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Latu (Proclamation of the Republic of Latvia) 1993 coin from Latvia is that it features a unique design that symbolizes the country's struggle for independence. The coin's obverse side depicts the Latvian national coat of arms, while the reverse side features an image of a freedom fighter holding a rifle and a flag, surrounded by barbed wire and a broken chain, representing the country's breakaway from Soviet rule. This design was created by the Latvian artist, Gunars Lusis, and it has become a symbol of Latvia's fight for freedom and independence.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Latu (Proclamation of the Republic of Latvia) 1993 coin.
