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1 Centavo
| Brass (70% Copper, 30% Zinc) | 2.5 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1965-1970 |
| Value | 1 Centavo (0.01 GTQ) |
| Currency | Quetzal (1925-date) |
| Composition | Brass (70% Copper, 30% Zinc) |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.06 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 6 January 1997 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#4305 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Denomination at top. Bust left with legend at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UN CENTAVO
FRAY BARTOLOME DE LAS CASAS
Translation: One Centavo
Edge
Plain
Comment
While these coins are no longer in circulation, they are still redeemable by the Bank of Guatemala for face value.Interesting fact
The 1 Centavo coin from Guatemala was designed by the Guatemalan artist and sculptor, José de Jesús Méndez Vargas. He was known for his work in creating sculptures and monuments that reflected Guatemalan culture and history. The coin features the national emblem of Guatemala on one side and the denomination on the other. Méndez Vargas' design was chosen through a competition held by the Central Bank of Guatemala in 1964.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | 3845000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1966 | 6100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1967 | 6400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1968 | 2590000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1969 | 13780000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1970 | 10511000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Centavo 1965-1970 coin.
