Malawi 10 Kwacha 2005

History

10 Kwacha 2005, KM# 71, Malawi, Endangered Wildlife, Tree Pangolin

Obverse. Photo © NumisCorner.com

Description

The tree pangolin (Phataginus tricuspis), also known as the white-bellied or three-cusped pangolin, is a small, scaly mammal native to equatorial Africa, particularly in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is the most common of the African forest pangolins and can grow up to 43 cm in body length, with a tail measuring up to 62 cm. Its distinctive dark brown scales, made of keratin, have three points, giving the species its name. Tree pangolins are nocturnal, semi-arboreal creatures that inhabit lowland tropical forests and savanna mosaics, and they can adapt to human-modified landscapes like plantations.

Obverse	Animal (fish, bird, mammal etc.) Lion, Leopard Coat of arms Malawi Depicts the coat of arms of Malawi dividing the date, country name above and denomination 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. REPUBLIC OF MALAWI 20 05 UNITY AND FREEDOM 10 KWACHA
Reverse	Animal (fish, bird, mammal etc.) Pangolin Depicts a tree pangolin on a tree branch, the inscription of series above. ENDANGERED WILDLIFE
Edge	Reeded (milled)