Description:
Obverse
The obverse features the central entrance gates with the inscription ZOODĀRZS (ZOO) and groups of exotic animals on both sides. The semi-circled inscription RĪGAS ZOOLOĢISKAIS DĀRZS (RIGA ZOO) and the year 1912 beneath it are at the top. The inscription 1 LATS is semi-circled at the bottom.
Reverse
The reverse features a circle of seven animal figures.
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