5 Kwacha (Tiger) 2005 front 5 Kwacha (Tiger) 2005 back
5 Kwacha (Tiger) 2005 photo
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5 Kwacha Tiger

2005 year
Silver plated copper-nickel 22.0 g 40.0 mm
Description
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
Silver plated copper-nickel
Weight
22.0 g
Diameter
40.0 mm
Thickness
3.0 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#108966
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Asian Zodiac multicolor stylized tiger

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 5 Kwacha (Tiger) 2005 coin from Malawi is unique in that it features a tiger, which is not a native species to Malawi or any other African country. It is believed that the tiger was chosen as the design for the coin due to its popularity and recognition as a powerful and majestic animal. Despite being a non-circulating coin, it remains a popular collector's item among numismatists and wildlife enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2005  835 - - - - - -

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