2 Lati 1999-2009 front 2 Lati 1999-2009 back
2 Lati 1999-2009 photo
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2 Lati

 
Bimetallic: nickel brass centre in copper-nickel ring 9.5 g 26.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Latvia
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1999-2009
Value
2 Lati (2&nbspLVL)
Currency
New lats (1993-2013)
Composition
Bimetallic: nickel brass centre in copper-nickel ring
Weight
9.5 g
Diameter
26.3 mm
Thickness
2.32 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
14 January 2014
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#6469
Rarity index
8%

Reverse

The upper part of the central circle features a cow, with the figure 2 directly beneath. The inscription LATI is arranged in the bottom part of the outer ring. The background motif (clouds and grass) links the central circle with the outer ring.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
2
LATI

Engraver: Jānis Strupulis

Designer: Gunārs Lūsis

Edge

Reeded with inscription: two times "LATVIJAS BANKA" (Bank of Latvia), separated by dots.

Lettering: LATVIJAS BANKA • LATVIJAS BANKA •

Translation: BANK OF LATVIA • BANK OF LATVIA •

Interesting fact

The 2 Lati coin from Latvia, issued between 1999 and 2009, has a unique feature - it has a bimetallic structure, consisting of a nickel brass center surrounded by a copper-nickel ring. This makes it stand out from other coins and adds to its distinctiveness.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1999  5000000 - - - - - -
2003  30000 - - - - - -
2009  2000000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Lati 1999-2009 coin.