5 Lati Commemorative coin "Five lats"
2003 year| Gold (.999) | 1.2442 g | 13.92 mm |
| Issuer | Latvia |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Bank of Latvia (Latvijas Banka) |
| Period | Republic (1991-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2003 |
| Value | 5 Lati (5 LVL) |
| Currency | New lats (1993-2013) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 1.2442 g |
| Diameter | 13.92 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 2014 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#25092 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
The Bank of Latvia has issued the gold coin to commemorate the tenth anniversary of restoration of the Latvian national currency, preserving the 5-lats silver coin's historic symbols of wealth and freedom of the people.
The large coat of arms of the Republic of Latvia is placed in the centre. The numeral 5 topped with the year 2003 are inscribed beneath the central motif. The inscriptions PIECI and LATS, arranged in a semicircle, are placed to the left and right of the central motif, respectively.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
20 03
PIECI 5 LATI
Engraver: Ligita Franckeviča
Designers: Riharda Zariņa, Gunārs Cīlītis
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Data of issue 28-02-2003Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Lati (Commemorative coin "Five lats") 2003 from Latvia made of Gold (.999) weighing 1.2442 g is that it was designed by the Latvian artist, Arvīds Priedīte, and features a unique and intricate design that showcases Latvia's cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 20000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Lati (Commemorative coin "Five lats") 2003 coin.
