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10 Latu 17th Century Riga
| Issuer | Bank of Latvia |
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| Year | 1997 |
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| Shape | Round |
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| Obverse lettering | 1997 10 LATU |
| Reverse description | The reverse depicts a detailed cartographic outline of Riga's defensive fortifications as they existed in the first half of the 17th century, rendered in varying degrees of matte finish to create tonal contrast across the field. The topographical representation conveys the historic urban layout of the fortified city with precision and artistic restraint. Arranged in a semicircle above the central motif is the Latvian-language inscription RIGAS NOCIETINAJUMI XVII GS., meaning 'Riga's Fortifications, 17th Century.' Below the central design, the inscription RĪGA-800 commemorates the 800th anniversary of the founding of the city. The composition is clean and uncluttered, with the inscriptions and motif balanced within a plain border. |
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| Edge | Plain with incuse lettering |
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