| Issuer | Malawi |
|---|---|
| Year | 1971 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Value | 1 Kwacha (1 MWK) |
| Currency | Kwacha (1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.12 g |
| Diameter | 38.8 mm |
| Thickness | 3.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Engraver(s) | Paul Vincze |
| In circulation to | |
| Reference(s) | KM#12, Schön#12 |
| Obverse description | Dr. Hastings Kamuzu Banda |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering | MALAWI |
| Reverse description | Malawian crest |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering | 1971 ONE KWACHA |
| Edge | Smooth with lettering |
| Mint | |
| Mintage | 1971 - - 20 000 1971 - Proof - 4 000 |
| Numisquare ID | 1125037410 |
| Comments |