Latvia 2000 Javelin Thrower

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.

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.

Face value: 10 LATS
Weight: 3.11 g
Diameter: 18.50 mm
Metal: 583° gold
Quality: proof
Maximum mintage: 3 000
Struck in 1999 by Valcambi SA (Switzerland)

Artist
Graphic design: Olga Šilova