| Issuer | Latvia |
| Year | 1997 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Value | 10 Latu (10 LVL) |
| Currency | New lats (1993-2013) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 31.47 g |
| Dimensions | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | |
| Shape and Technique | Round Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Engraver(s) | Obverse: Ligita Franckeviča Reverse: Jānis Strupulis |
| In circulation to | 1 January 2014 |
| Reference(s) | KM#37 |
| Obverse description | Riga`s coat of arms of the 18th century, where lions, the bearers of the shield, are replaced by the Russian Empire`s two-headed eagle, is featured in the centre of the coin by matting the metal to different degrees. The year 1997, numeral 10 and inscription LATU (lats) are placed under the motif. |
| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering | 1997 10 LATU |
| Reverse description | The Blackheads House is depicted in the centre of the coin by matting the metal to different degrees. The inscription MELNGALVJU NAMS XVIII GS. (Blackheads House 18th century), arranged in a semicircle, is above the motif. The inscription RIGA-800 is placed beneath the motif. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering | MELNGALVJU NAMS XVIII GS. RIGA-800 |
| Edge | Plain with incuse text |
| Mint | |
| Mintage | 1997 - Proof - 8 000 |
| Catalog ID | 2771094390 |
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