Description:
Obverse
The obverse features three stars and the inscription LATVIJA underneath on the background of basketball ball. The numerals signifying year 2008 are semi-circled on the right, with the inscription 1 LATS at the bottom right.
Reverse
The reverse features two athletes playing basketball and the inscription BASKETBOLS (BASKETBALL) semi-circled below right.
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