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  • 5 Kwacha 2006, KM# 57, Malawi
  • 5 Kwacha 2006, KM# 57, Malawi
Description

The kwacha, introduced as Malawi's currency in 1971, derives its name from the Chichewa word meaning "dawn," and tambala, meaning "rooster," symbolizes the hundred tambala in one kwacha.

Obverse

Depicts the coat of arms of Malawi, country name in Chichewa below.

Malawi's coat of arms is based on Nyasaland's earlier heraldic arms. It features a shield supported by a lion and a leopard, standing on a representation of Mount Mulanje. The shield is divided into three parts: wavy lines symbolizing water, a central stripe with a lion representing strength, and a rising sun, symbolizing hope and new beginnings. Above the shield is a fish eagle in front of a rising sun, symbolizing freedom. The scroll below the shield bears the national motto, "Unity and Freedom," reflecting Malawi's goals of harmony and independence.

UNITY AND FREEDOM
MALAŴI

Reverse

Depicts a group of fishermen pulling the nets out of the ocean and the sun rising above them surrounded by denomination below, and date above.

Engraver: Michael Hibbit

2006
5
KWACHA

Edge

5 Kwacha

Republic
KM# 57
Characteristics
Material Bi-Metallic
Ring Cupronickel
Center Nickel Brass
Weight 10.25 g
Diameter 27 mm
Thickness 2 mm
Shape round
Alignment Medal
Mint
Royal Mint

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