The obverse features the central entrance gates with the inscription ZOODĀRZS (ZOO) and groups of exotic animals on both sides. The semi-circled inscription RĪGAS ZOOLOĢISKAIS DĀRZS (RIGA ZOO) and the year 1912 beneath it are at the top. The inscription 1 LATS is semi-circled at the bottom.
Obverse script
Obverse lettering
RĪGAS ZOOLOĢISKAIS DĀRZS
1912
ZOODĀRZS
1 LATS
Reverse description
The reverse features a circle of seven animal figures.
Reverse script
Reverse lettering
Edge
The inscriptions LATVIJAS BANKA (Bank of Latvia), LATVIJAS