The obverse features three stars and the inscription LATVIJA underneath on the background of basketball ball. The numerals signifying year 2008 are semi-circled on the right, with the inscription 1 LATS at the bottom right.
Obverse script
Latin
Obverse lettering
LATVIJA
1 LATS 2008
Reverse description
The reverse features two athletes playing basketball and the inscription BASKETBOLS (BASKETBALL) semi-circled below right.
Reverse script
Latin
Reverse lettering
BASKETBOLS
Edge
Inscriptions LATVIJAS BANKA (Bank of Latvia) and LATVIJAS
