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5 Santimi
| Nickel brass | 2.5 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Latvia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1991-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1992-2009 |
| Value | 5 Santimi (0.05 LVL) |
| Currency | New lats (1993-2013) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 14 January 2014 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#3739 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 5% |
Reverse
The numeral 5 is centered on the coin. The inscription SANTĪMI, arranged in a semicircle, is beneath the numeral 5. Above the numeral, five arcs join two diamond-shaped suns which are located on either side of the numeral 5.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5
SANTĪMI
Engraver: Jānis Strupulis
Designer: Gunārs Lūsis
Edge
Plain
Comment
Difference between the 1992 and 2009 versions (1992 down).