Malawi 100 Kwacha Banknote – 2011 – John Chilembwe – Pick 54c – UNC
Explore Malawi’s historical and urban heritage with this 100 kwacha banknote dated 30 June 2011. Issued by the Reserve Bank of Malawi, its design pairs Reverend John Chilembwe’s portrait with views of the country’s landscape and capital.
The front depicts John Chilembwe alongside Lake Malawi, framed by decorative patterns and inscriptions identifying the issuing bank and denomination. Purple, red, and violet printing gives the note a distinctive appearance.
The reverse features a view of Lilongwe, Malawi’s capital, providing an urban counterpart to the lake scene on the front.
Printed on paper and measuring 150 × 75 mm, the note incorporates a Chilembwe portrait watermark with the numeral 100, a security thread, and a broad holographic strip.
This variety bears Governor Perks M. Ligoya’s signature and is catalogued as Pick 54c and The Banknote Book B145f. Offered in uncirculated condition (UNC/SC), it makes an appealing addition to collections of Malawian currency, historical figures, or capital cities on banknotes.
