20 Latu Silver Salmon
2013 year| Silver (.925) | 11 g | 21.75 mm |
| Issuer | Latvia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1991-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2013 |
| Value | 20 Latu (20 LVL) |
| Currency | New lats (1993-2013) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 11 g |
| Diameter | 21.75 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 1 January 2014 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#43125 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
The Bank of Latvia is commemorating the birth date of the Latvian lats by issuing a silver replica of the original one-lats coin with a twenty times increased nominal value.
A salmon, the symbol of Latvia's abundant water resources, is shown jumping out of the water from left to right. The numeral 20, with the inscription LATS in a semicircle beneath it, is centered in the lower part of the coin.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
20
LATU
Engraver: Jānis Strupulis
Designer: Gunārs Lūsis
Edge
Two inscriptions LATVIJAS BANKA (Bank of Latvia), separated by rhombic dots.
Lettering: LATVIJAS BANKA ◊ LATVIJAS BANKA ◊
Comment
Data of issue 18-04-2013
Interesting fact
The 20 Latu (Silver Salmon) coin from Latvia, minted in 2013, features a unique design that showcases the country's natural beauty and wildlife. The coin's obverse side features an image of a salmon swimming in the water, while the reverse side bears an image of the Latvian coat of arms. This coin is made of silver (.925) and weighs 11 grams, making it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists and coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Latu (Silver Salmon) 2013 coin.
