500 kwacha 2014 — Malawi ( Pick: 66 )

Region: Africa

Front side

Back side

Banknote description

The banknote is a 500 kwacha issued in Malawi in 2014. It is cataloged under Pick number 66.

This note features a design with brown, orange, and light blue colors on a multicolored underprint. The dimensions of the banknote are 132 x 66 mm. It is signed by Charles S. R. Chuka and printed by De La Rue, London, United Kingdom.

This banknote is printed on paper. The issuing authority has been known for its extensive involvement in banknote production globally.

Specifications

Signed by: Charles S. R. Chuka
Date of issue: 2014
Printing office: De La Rue, London, United Kingdom
Paper: paper
Colour: brown, orange, light blue on multicolored underprint
Dimensions: 132 x 66 mm
Pick catalog: 66

About this banknote

The Reserve Bank of Malawi issued the 500 kwacha banknote in 2014. This series was introduced to enhance security features and modernize the currency. The note prominently features security threads and watermarks to prevent counterfeiting, part of broader efforts to update the national currency.

The front side design features a portrait of Reverend John Chilembwe, a significant historical figure, alongside the Reserve Bank of Malawi headquarters. The back depicts the Mulunguzi Dam in Zomba. The note is printed by De La Rue, London, and measures 132 x 66 mm.