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  • 10 Kwacha 2012-2018, KM# 214, Malawi
  • 10 Kwacha 2012-2018, KM# 214, Malawi
Description

The kwacha, introduced as Malawi's currency in 1971, replaced the Malawian pound. The kwacha 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 an elephant mother with its calf in a tender scene, date above and denomination below.

2012
10 KWACHA

Edge

10 Kwacha

KM# 214
Characteristics
Material Stainless Steel Clad Iron
Weight 5.66 g
Diameter 22 mm
Thickness 2.3 mm
Shape round
Alignment Medal

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