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20 Kwacha Abdication of King Edward VIII
1998 year| Silver (.925) | 31.43 g | 38.5 mm |
| Issuer | Malawi |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1966-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1998 |
| Value | 20 Kwacha 20 MWK = USD 0.011 |
| Currency | Kwacha (1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 31.43 g |
| Diameter | 38.5 mm |
| Thickness | 3.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#87042 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
King Edward VIII, seated at table with microphone giving his abdication speech
Script: Latin
Lettering:
QUEEN ELIZABETH THE QUEEN MOTHER
ABDICATION OF KING EDWARD VIII 1936
20 KWACHA
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1998 Malawi 20 Kwacha coin commemorating the abdication of King Edward VIII is that it features a rare portrait of the king facing left, whereas most coins depict him facing right. This unique design choice adds to the coin's numismatic value and collectibility.
