5 Kwacha 2005, Chinese Zodiac - Year of the Snake [Malawi]

Coins-Africa

Reverse
Decorative patterns in Chinese style along the rim. In the center, a stylized depiction of a snake facing left against a background of floral ornament, executed in enamel technique.
Obverse
Left near the rim, the inscription in English '2005 MALAWI'. At the top, the monarch's name in English 'ELIZABETH II'. On the right, '5 KWACHA'. At the bottom, a miniature depiction of the colonial coat of arms. In the center, a portrait of the Queen facing right.