{"id":17221,"date":"2019-02-24T18:14:10","date_gmt":"2019-02-24T17:14:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.2euros.org\/non-classifiee\/2014-latvia-riga-european-capital-of-culture\/"},"modified":"2025-01-31T14:14:13","modified_gmt":"2025-01-31T13:14:13","slug":"2014-latvia-riga-european-capital-of-culture","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.2euros.org\/en\/2-euro-commemorative-2014\/2014-latvia-riga-european-capital-of-culture\/","title":{"rendered":"2014 – Latvia – Riga, European Capital of Culture"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Introduction<\/h2>\n\n

Latvia issued this 2 euro coin in 2014 to celebrate Riga as the European Capital of Culture. This prestigious title highlights the city’s cultural and historical richness. Therefore, this coin honors Riga’s importance in European cultural heritage.<\/p>\n\n

Coin description<\/h2>\n\n

The obverse of the coin features a panoramic view of Riga\u2019s famous bell towers. The spires of St. Peter\u2019s Church, St. John\u2019s Church and Riga Cathedral stand out against the cityscape. At the top, the inscription \u201cEIROPAS KULT\u016aRAS GALVASPILS\u0112TA\u201d means \u201cEuropean Capital of Culture\u201d. Towards the bottom, the inscription \u201cR\u012aGA \u2013 2014\u201d indicates the year of the event. Below, the initials \u201cLV\u201d stand for Latvia. Twelve stars surround the edge of the coin, representing the founding countries of the European Union. The architectural details and inscriptions create a harmonious and meaningful composition. Thus, each element highlights the cultural and historical richness of Riga.<\/p>\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n

In summary, Latvia issued this 2 euro coin in 2014 to celebrate Riga as the European Capital of Culture. The design of the coin, with the famous bell towers and inscriptions, pays tribute to the city. Therefore, this coin symbolises the national recognition and historical importance of Riga. Indeed, it recalls the cultural richness of the city and its central role in European heritage. Finally, this coin shows national pride and respect for this cultural capital. As such, it represents a tribute to the greatness of Riga and highlights its importance in European history and culture.<\/p>\n\n

Country of Issue:<\/strong><\/td>\"\"<\/td><\/tr>
Date of issue:<\/strong><\/td>August 12, 2014<\/td><\/tr>
Total mintage:<\/strong><\/td>1.000.000<\/td><\/tr>
\u2013 Proof:<\/td>\u00a00<\/td><\/tr>
\u2013 BU:<\/td>\u00a05.000<\/td><\/tr>
\u2013 UNC:<\/td>\u00a0995.000<\/td><\/tr>
Engraver:<\/strong><\/td>Henrihs Vorkals<\/td><\/tr>
The edge:<\/strong><\/td>\"\"<\/td><\/tr>
Rarity:<\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
Official Journal:<\/strong><\/td>2014\/C 88\/03<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
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Do you want to know the technical specifications of this coin? Feel free to visit the page dedicated to the specifications of a 2-euro coin<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Introduction Latvia issued this 2 euro coin in 2014 to celebrate Riga as the European Capital of Culture. This prestigious title highlights the city’s cultural and historical richness. Therefore, this coin honors Riga’s importance in […]<\/a><\/p>\n

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