Latvia Coat of Arms, 1921

Latvia · 1921 · 10 Santīmu

This definitive stamp features the lesser coat of arms of the newly independent Republic of Latvia. The design, created by artist Rihards Zariņš, showcases a shield with a rising sun, a lion rampant, and a griffin, symbolizing the historical regions of the country. The denomination '10 SANTIMU' is prominently displayed at the bottom.

Issued in 1921, this stamp was part of a series that asserted Latvia's national identity following its declaration of independence in 1918 after centuries of foreign rule.