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5 Kwacha
| Stainless steel clad iron | 4.4 g | 22.0 mm |
| Issuer | Malawi |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1966-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 2012-2018 |
| Value | 5 Kwacha 5 MWK = USD 0.0029 |
| Currency | Kwacha (1971-date) |
| Composition | Stainless steel clad iron |
| Weight | 4.4 g |
| Diameter | 22.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.72 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#34785 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
Purple Heron standing in waterside plants.
Binomial Name: Ardea purpurea
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2015
5 KWACHA
Edge
Reeded sections
Comment
This coin was first issued to the public for circulation on 23 May 2012.Interesting fact
The 5 Kwacha coin from Malawi features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. On one side of the coin, there is an image of a traditional Malawian fishing boat, while the other side features a portrait of the country's first president, Hastings Kamuzu Banda. This design was chosen to represent the country's history and cultural identity, as well as its dependence on fishing and agriculture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2013 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2015 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2018 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Kwacha 2012-2018 coin.
