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10 Kwacha Blue Poison Arrow
2010 year| Silver plated copper-nickel | 29.5 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Malawi |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1966-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2010 |
| Value | 10 Kwacha 10 MWK = USD 0.0057 |
| Currency | Kwacha (1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver plated copper-nickel |
| Weight | 29.5 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#151701 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Blue Poison Arrow Frog (Coloured)
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ENDANGERED FROGS
BLUE POISON ARROW
Edge
Reeded
Comment
In captivity, the blue poison arrow frog (Dendrobates azureus) loses its poisonous properties due to the lack of toxic substances in the food they eat.The blue poison arrow frog is one of 120 species that includes the most poisonous amphibians in the world.
The American Zoo and Aquarium Association declared 2008 “The Year of the Frog” to emphasize the global crisis affecting amphibians. One third of all amphibian species worldwide are threatened with extinction.
Interesting fact
The 10 Kwacha (Blue Poison Arrow) coin from Malawi features a unique design that showcases a blue arrowhead on one side, which gives the coin its distinctive name.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Kwacha (Blue Poison Arrow) 2010 coin.
