5 Kwacha (Battle of Teutoburg Forest, Arminius) 2009 front 5 Kwacha (Battle of Teutoburg Forest, Arminius) 2009 back
5 Kwacha (Battle of Teutoburg Forest, Arminius) 2009 photo

5 Kwacha Battle of Teutoburg Forest, Arminius

2009 year
Silver plated nickel brass 27.0 g 40.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Malawi
Period
Republic (1966-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2009
Value
5 Kwacha 5 MWK = USD 0.0029
Currency
Kwacha (1971-date)
Composition
Silver plated nickel brass
Weight
27.0 g
Diameter
40.0 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#41938
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Arminius (18 BC - 9 AD), Prince of the Cherusci.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
2000 JAHRE VARUSSCHLACHT
ARMINIUS
FÜRST DER
CHERUSKER
9 A.D. - 2009 A.D.

Interesting fact

The 5 Kwacha coin from Malawi, issued in 2009, features Arminius, a Germanic chieftain who led the Germanic tribes to victory over the Roman Empire in the Battle of Teutoburg Forest in 9 AD. This battle is considered one of the most significant events in German history, and Arminius is remembered as a hero for his leadership and bravery. The coin's design honors this important historical figure and event.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2009  5000 - - - - - -

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