© Rowe Collection
© Rowe Collection
1 Florin
1964 year| Nickel brass (60% Copper, 20% Nickel, 20% Zinc) | 11.31 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Malawi |
|---|---|
| Prime minister | Hastings Kamuzu Banda (1964-1966) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1964 |
| Value | 1 Florin (0.1) |
| Currency | Pound (1964-1971) |
| Composition | Nickel brass (60% Copper, 20% Nickel, 20% Zinc) |
| Weight | 11.31 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#12038 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 12% |
Reverse
Elephant and calf
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1964
FLORIN
Engraver: Paul Vincze
Edge
Alternating reeded and smooth (4 segments each)
Comment
Of the total mintage, 1,885,000 were minted in 1964 and 4,615,000 were minted in 1965.Interesting fact
The 1 Florin coin from Malawi, issued in 1964, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. On the obverse side, the coin bears the image of a traditional Malawian chief, while the reverse side features a depiction of a fisherman in a dugout canoe, symbolizing the country's reliance on fishing and water resources. This coin is particularly interesting because it highlights the importance of preserving cultural traditions and the significance of natural resources in Malawi's economy.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Florin 1964 coin.
