The large coat of arms of the Republic of Latvia, with the year 1999 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
Latvija
1999
Republika
Reverse description
A motif of a javelin thrower holding a javelin in his raised hand is featured in the centre of the coin. The inscription SIDNEJA 2000 OLIMPISKAS SPELES (Sydney 2000 Olympic Games) encircles the central motif along the coin`s edge. The numeral 10 and inscription LATU (lats) are placed beneath the motif.
