Latvia's 'Cabbage' Coin Celebrates Culinary Heritage, On Sale Dec 16
Mark your calendars, coin enthusiasts! The 'Cabbage' collection coin, a tribute to Latvia's beloved vegetable, goes on sale December 16 at 12:00 on 'e-monetas.lv'. Priced at EUR 89.00 each, you can purchase up to four coins per person, with a total mintage of 3500 copies.
The coin, designed by artist Mārtinš Rozenfelds, celebrates cabbage's rich history and cultural significance in Latvia. Introduced around the 11th-13th centuries, cabbage became a staple in Latvian cuisine and was even believed to boost fertility and wealth. In ancient Greece and Rome, cabbage was revered for its healing properties.
In Latvia, cabbage leaves have been used in folk medicine, and traditions like eating sauerkraut on New Year's Eve and gifting cabbage leaves on Anna's Day (July 26) reflect its deep-rooted importance. The coin's name and design draw inspiration from the Latin word 'caput', meaning 'head', and the Roman myth of Jupiter's sweat turning into cabbage.
The 'Cabbage' collection coin, priced at EUR 89.00, is a unique way to honor Latvia's culinary and cultural heritage. With a limited mintage of 3500 copies and a limit of four coins per person, don't miss your chance to own a piece of history. Happy collecting!
