Obverse: The centre of the obverse features a profile of a Latvian maiden, viewed from the right. On her shoulder are ears of corn – a symbol of national identity. The inscriptions LATVIJAS and REPUBLIKA are arranged in a semicircle to the left and right of the central motif. Latin script is used. Engraver: Ligita Franckeviča. Designers: Rihards Zariņš and Gunārs Cīlītis.
Reverse: The reverse features the large coat of arms of the Republic of Latvia. Below the central motif is the denomination 5, and above it – the year of issue 2003. The inscriptions PIECI and LATI are placed in a semicircle on either side of the motif. This gold coin commemorates the tenth anniversary of the restoration of Latvia’s national currency and preserves the historic symbols of freedom and prosperity from the 5-lats silver coin. Latin script is used. Engraver: Ligita Franckeviča. Designers: Rihards Zariņš and Gunārs Cīlītis.
About the coin: Issued in 2003, the 5-lats gold coin marks the tenth anniversary of the restoration of Latvia’s national currency. Its design is based on the historic 5-lats silver coin, symbolising the freedom and prosperity of the nation.
