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 2018 Latvia 5 Euro Silver Gold-Plated Collector Coin – Honey Coin

Coin of the Year 2020: Awarded by World Coin News for coins dated 2018. ​


Overview:
The "Honey Coin" is a remarkable collector's piece issued by Latvijas Banka in 2018. Crafted from .925 fine silver and delicately plated with .995 gold, this coin stands out for its unique hexagonal shape with wavy edges, reminiscent of a honeycomb. The design symbolizes the industriousness of bees and their vital role in our ecosystem, aligning with Latvia's rich beekeeping heritage.​


Obverse: Features honeycomb cells forming a stylized outline of Latvia and the Gulf of Riga. The inscription "LATVIJA" is placed in the lower left, with the year "2018" below it. ​

Reverse: Displays a honeycomb pattern with the numeral "5" slightly left of center and the inscription "EURO" beneath it. ​

Edge: Plain.​

Specifications:

Denomination: 5 Euro

Metal Composition: .925 Silver, plated with .995 Gold

Weight: 16.50 grams

Diameter: 29.00 mm (distance between upper and lower peaks of the hexagon)

Shape: Hexagon with wavy edges and split-off peaks

Quality: Proof

Mintage: Limited to 3,000 pieces

Minted by: Lithuanian Mint (UAB Lietuvos monetų kalykla)

Coin of the Year 2020: Awarded by World Coin News for coins dated 2018. ​




Silver - Uncirculated (not released for circulation)

Latvia. 5 Euro 2018 "Honey Coin" Proof

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