Catalogus
| Uitgever | Latvia |
|---|---|
| Jaar | 1925-1926 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Waarde | 2 Lati |
| Valuta | Old lats (1922-1940) |
| Samenstelling | Silver (.835) |
| Gewicht | 10 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Dikte | 2 mm |
| Vorm | Round |
| Techniek | Milled |
| Oriëntatie | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Graveur(s) | Jānis Tilbergs |
| In omloop tot | 25 March 1941 |
| Referentie(s) | KM#8, Schön#8 |
| Beschrijving voorzijde | Latvian coat of arms with `Latvijas` text above and `Republika` text below: Three golden stars above escutcheon of a rising golden sun over red lion of Courland and silver griffin of Livonia. Bottom decorated with oak branches. Escutcheon surrounded by lion and griffin. |
|---|---|
| Schrift voorzijde | Latin |
| Opschrift voorzijde |
LATVIJAS REPUBLIKA (Translation: Republic of Latvia) |
| Beschrijving keerzijde | Value and date within wreath |
| Schrift keerzijde | Latin |
| Opschrift keerzijde | 2 LATI 1925 |
| Rand | Milled |
| Muntplaats | |
| Oplage |
1925 - - 6 385 531 1926 - - 1 114 000 |
| Numisquare-ID | 3676265980 |
| Aanvullende informatie |
Historical Context: The 1925-1926 2 Lati coin marks Latvia's early independence, declared in 1918. The Lats currency, introduced in 1922, was crucial for economic stabilization and asserting national sovereignty post-War of Independence. This period, under democratic leadership, focused on nation-building, with coinage symbolizing the young republic's self-determination and consolidation of its national identity during the interwar era.
Artistry: The coin's design is the celebrated work of Rihards Zariņš, a preeminent Latvian sculptor and medallist. Zariņš’s distinctive style blended classical influences with national romanticism. The obverse features the Latvian coat of arms. The reverse showcases an iconic allegorical figure, often named "Milda," personifying Latvia, adorned with a traditional wreath of oak leaves and wheat ears, symbolizing strength, prosperity, and agrarian heritage.
Technical/Grading: Struck in .835 silver, weighing 10 grams and 27 millimeters, the 2 Lati coin exhibits specific grading points. High-points prone to wear or weak strikes include the delicate strands of the maiden's hair and the individual leaves/grains within her wreath on the reverse. On the obverse, the sunburst's fine lines and the shield's lion/griffin details are critical. Original luster is typically a soft satin; bag marks are frequently observed due to its size.