5 shilling 1964 — Malawi ( Pick: 1 )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 5 shilling issued in Malawi in 1964. It is cataloged under Pick number 1. The banknote has dimensions of 159 x 89 mm and is printed on paper. It features a blue and brown color scheme with a multicolor underprint. This note is signed by the Governor only and was printed by Bradbury Wilkinson and Company in the United Kingdom.
The total amount produced for this banknote is 6,500,000 notes. Its unique color scheme contributes to its distinct appearance, although specific design elements are not detailed.
Malawi gained independence from British colonial rule on July 6, 1964, marking the beginning of its use of the new currency system.
The total amount produced for this banknote is 6,500,000 notes. Its unique color scheme contributes to its distinct appearance, although specific design elements are not detailed.
Malawi gained independence from British colonial rule on July 6, 1964, marking the beginning of its use of the new currency system.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Governor only
- Date of issue
- 1964
- Printing office
- Bradbury Wilkinson and Company, United Kingdom
- Paper
- paper
- Colour
- blue and brown on multicolor underprint
- Dimensions
- 159 x 89 mm
- Amount produced
- 6,500,000
- Pick catalog
- 1
About this banknote
The Reserve Bank of Malawi issued the 5 shilling banknote in 1964, following the country's independence from British colonial rule earlier that year. This introduction marked the establishment of a national currency, replacing the Federation of Rhodesia and Nyasaland pound, to affirm Malawi's sovereignty.
The front side of the banknote features a portrait alongside a scene depicting canoeists on a lake. The back side displays an intricate design of an eagle. It was printed by Bradbury Wilkinson and Company in the United Kingdom, with a total production of 6,500,000 notes. This banknote is cataloged as Pick number 1.
