5 Euros (Christmas battles) 2016 front 5 Euros (Christmas battles) 2016 back
5 Euros (Christmas battles) 2016 photo
© Latvijas Banka

5 Euros Christmas battles

2016 year
Silver (.925) 28.00 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Latvia
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2016
Value
5 Euros 5 EUR = USD 5.49
Currency
Euro (2014-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.00 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Hexagonal (6-sided)
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#98034
Rarity index
76%

Reverse

The left side of the reverse is covered with snowflakes, while the right one features a point of the bullet impact, with the inscription ZIEMASSVĒTKU KAUJAS (CHRISTMAS BATTLES) placed at the bottom.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ZIEMASSVĒTKU KAUJAS

Engraver: Ligita Franckeviča

Designer: Kristaps Ģelzis

Edge

Plain.

Comment

Date of issue 06-12-2016

 

Christmas Battles Coin Brochure

Interesting fact

The interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the Christmas Battles, a series of military conflicts that took place in Latvia during the winter of 1916-1917, which were a turning point in the country's fight for independence. The coin's design depicts a scene of soldiers in trenches, with a Christmas tree in the background, symbolizing the resilience and determination of the Latvian people during a time of great hardship.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2016  5000 - - - - - -

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