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5 Kwacha HMS Hood
2005 year| Gold plated brass (brass gilt) | 22.9 g | - |
| Issuer | Malawi |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1966-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2005 |
| Value | 5 Kwacha 5 MWK = USD 0.0029 |
| Currency | Kwacha (1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold plated brass (brass gilt) |
| Weight | 22.9 g |
| Size | 45.2 × 27.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.7 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#66366 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Ship HMS Hood
Script: Latin
Lettering:
60-th ANNIVERSARY OF VICTORY IN EUROPE DAY
1945-2005 HMS Hood
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Kwacha (HMS Hood) 2005 coin from Malawi made of Gold plated brass (brass gilt) weighing 22.9 g is a unique and interesting coin due to its historical significance. The coin commemorates the HMS Hood, a British battleship that was sunk by the German battleship Bismarck during World War II in 1941. The coin's design features an image of the HMS Hood, along with the year 1941 and the words "HMS Hood" inscribed at the bottom. This coin serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made during wartime and the importance of remembering historical events.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Kwacha (HMS Hood) 2005 coin.
