1 Kwacha – Malawi
Non-circulating coins
Commemoration: Introduction of Decimal Currency - 15 February 1971.
Context
Year: 1971
Issuer: Malawi 
Period:
(since 1966)
Ruler: Hastings Kamuzu Banda
Currency:
(since 1971)
Demonetized: Yes
Total mintage: 24,000
Material
Diameter: 38.8 mm
Weight: 28.12 g
Thickness: 3.4 mm
Shape: Round
Composition: Copper-nickel
Technique: Milled
Alignment: Medal alignment
References
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Numista: #15895
Value
Exchange value: 1 MWK
Obverse
Reverse
Inscription:
1971
ONE KWACHA
ONE KWACHA
Script: Latin
Edge
Smooth with lettering
Legend:
DECIMAL CURRENCY INTRODUCED FEBRUARY 15TH, 1971
Categories
| Person> Politician |
| Symbols> Coat of Arms |
Mints
| Name | Mark |
|---|---|
| Royal Mint (Tower Hill) | — |
Mintings
| Year | Mint Mark | Mintage | Quality | Collection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | — | 20,000 | ||
| 1971 | — | 4,000 | Proof |
🌱 Fairly Common