2022 €5 silver coin – 100 years of the Latvian constitution (“Satversme”)
- February 11, 2022
- by
- Pierre
On February 16, 2022, the Bank of Latvia will issue a new silver collector coin “Satversme 100”. This coin is a tribute to the Constitution of Latvia, which was adopted in 1922 and defines the form of government, values and relations between the individual and the state in Latvia.
The centennial year of Satversme (Constitution of Latvia) is also the year when the Bank of Latvia celebrates the 100th anniversary of its founding. Among other things, Satversme created the basis for the successful operation of the central bank, defining the guarantees of its independence, competence and long-term perspective on monetary policy issues. Satversme is one of the oldest living constitutions in Europe and guarantees democracy and the rule of law in Latvia.
This coin, created with the participation of the Constitutional Court and the Chancellery of the President of Latvia, is a symbolic gift to Latvia by the Central Bank.
The coin will be available for purchase only on the website e-monetas.lv from 12:00 on 16 February 2022.
Satversme, the Constitution of the Republic of Latvia, establishes the constitutional foundations of the State of Latvia and embodies one of the symbols of our state. The thoughts and aspirations of the state’s founders have become the words of power that enable each generation to build a strong and sustainable democratic state governed by the rule of law. The wording of Satversme unites the founders of the state and its future generations in one idea of the Republic of Latvia.
“We hope and remain confident that this new Satversme will help us to fully establish legality and justice in Latvia and thus prosperity and order for its people. May this new Satversme make Latvia happy and strong!” These words were spoken by Jānis Čakste, the first president of the Republic of Latvia, in 1922, when Satversme came into effect.
Coin specifications
The graphic design of the “Satversme 100” coin was created by artist Aigars Ozoliņš.
The print run of the coin is limited to 2 500 coins.
The coin was minted by Lietuvos monetų kalykla (Lithuanian Mint).
Face value: €5
Weight: 26,24 g
Diameter: 45mm
Metal: Silver 925/1000
Quality: proof
Sources: Bank of Latvia and NUMISMAG.
