Malawi 10 Kwacha 2010

History

10 Kwacha 2010, Schön# 197.9, Malawi, Birds of Prey, Bald Eagle

Obverse. Photo © Coincraft

Description

The bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) is a bird of prey native to North America, commonly found near large bodies of water. It primarily feeds on fish, snatching them from the water with its powerful talons. Known for its striking white head and tail contrasting with a dark brown body, the bald eagle is not actually bald; the name refers to an older term for "white-headed." Females are about 25% larger than males. Once endangered, the species has made a significant recovery in the U.S. and was removed from the endangered species list in 2007. It remains a symbol of the United States.

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 10 UNITY AND FREEDOM 10 KWACHA
Reverse	Colorised Animal (fish, bird, mammal etc.) Eagle Depicts the multicolored bald eagle in an attacking position within a circle surrounded by the inscription of the series and her name below. BIRDS OF PREY BALD EAGLE
Edge	Reeded (milled)