The large coat of arms of the Republic of Latvia, with the year 2013 inscribed below, is placed in the centre. The inscriptions LATVIJAS and REPUBLIKA, each arranged in a semicircle, are above and beneath the central motif respectively.
Obverse script
Latin
Obverse lettering
LATVIJAS
20 13
REPUBLIKA
Reverse description
The reverse of the new 1-lats coin features the kokle - a musical instrument originating with the ancient Balts.
Reverse script
Latin
Reverse lettering
1
LATS
Edge
Two inscriptions LATVIJAS BANKA (Bank of Latvia), separated by
