1 Quetzal
Guatemala · Banco de Guatemala
Reintroduced in September 2024, this commemorative 1 quetzal polymer banknote marks the 100th anniversary of Guatemala's national currency (1924–2024). The quetzal bird, Guatemala's national symbol, represents freedom and cultural pride, while General José María Orellana's portrait honors the statesman who modernized Guatemala's financial system. The integration of Mayan heritage through Temple I and glyphs reflects Guatemala's deep connection to its pre-Columbian past. The Varifeye ColourChange holographic patch provides advanced authentication.
Highlights
ReasonCommemorate the 100th anniversary of the quetzal currency (1924–2024) and honor General José María Orellana who established it
DesignObverse: Resplendent quetzal bird, Mayan glyph registration device, José María Orellana portrait, Temple I (Tikal), Guatemalan flag. Reverse: Banco de Guatemala headquarters building, Mayan glyphs, Guatemalan flag.
Security featuresVarifeye ColourChange gold-to-blue holographic patch, windowed security thread, polymer substrate, Mayan glyph and flag registration devices
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