5 Euros (Smith forges in the sky) 2017 front 5 Euros (Smith forges in the sky) 2017 back
5 Euros (Smith forges in the sky) 2017 photo
© Latvijas Banka

5 Euros Smith forges in the sky

2017 year
Silver (.925) 31.47 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Latvia
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2017
Value
5 Euros 5 EUR = USD 5.49
Currency
Euro (2014-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
31.47 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#128432
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

The upper part of the coin features images of Latvian ethnographic jewellery and raindrops, an inscription 5 EURO and a shawl with a headpiece and jewellery on it are featured underneath, with the inscription of the year 2017 placed to the right. An inscription "ES PAKLĀJU VILLAINĪTI, MAN PIEBIRA SUDRABIŅA." (I spread my shawl on the ground and collect a pile of silver) is arranged in a semi-circle above the central motif.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ES PAKLĀJU VILLAINĪTI, MAN PIEBIRA SUDRABIŅA.
5 EURO
2017

Translation: I spread my shawl on the ground and collect a pile of silver.

Engraver: Ligita Franckeviča

Designer: Edgars Folks

Edge

Plain with inscription

Lettering: LATVIJAS BANKA ◊ LATVIJAS REPUBLIKA ◊

Comment

Date of issue 02-11-2017

 

Smith Forges in the Sky Coin Brochure

Interesting fact

The coin's design, "Smith forges in the sky," is a reference to the Latvian folk tale "The Magic Smith," which tells the story of a skilled smith who creates a magical horse that can run faster than the wind. The design is meant to represent the country's rich cultural heritage and the importance of traditional craftsmanship.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2017  4000 - - - - - -

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