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2011 Latvia 1Ls Silver Proof Coin "Riga Money"
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Item Number: 11LVAGPF4
- Mint: Mint of Finland
- Denomination: 1 Lats
- Quality: Proof
- Issue limit: 5,000 pcs.
- Alloy: 92.5% Sterling silver
- Diameter: 28 mm
- Weight: 12.50 grams
- Artist: Inta Sarkane
- Box/Capsule: Yes/Yes
- Certificate: Yes
Additional Information Please click here for the official web page in English!
The obverse of the coin features a pfennig of Bishop Albert's time (1198–1229), displaying a front view of bishop wearing a mitre, holding a cross in his right hand and a crosier in his left, both with a small ball above. The central image is surrounded by the inscription RĪGAS NAUDAI 800 (Riga Money 800) at the top, and years 1211 and 2011. Along the edge of the coin, there is a belt of pearls. The reverse features the original pfennig on a dulled surface, surrounded by the legend comprising a cross and bishop's crosier in a crossed position, the symbol of the Archbishopric of Riga, and the inscription ALBERTVS D(ei). G(ratia). RIGENSIS EPVS(episcopus) MONETA NOVA ARGENTEA (Albert, by the grace of God, Bishop of Riga New silver money). Along the edge of the coin, there is a belt of pearls.
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