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1 Centavo
| Brass (70% Copper, 30% Zinc) | 3 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1949-1954 |
| Value | 1 Centavo (0.01 GTQ) |
| Currency | Quetzal (1925-date) |
| Composition | Brass (70% Copper, 30% Zinc) |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 6 January 1997 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#5127 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 15% |
Reverse
Denomination in lettering. 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 a prominent artist in Guatemala during the mid-20th century and was known for his work in various mediums, including sculpture, painting, and printmaking. The coin features an image of a quetzal, a colorful bird native to Guatemala, on one side, and the Guatemalan coat of arms on the other. The use of the quetzal on the coin was a nod to Guatemalan culture and heritage, and it has become a recognizable symbol of the country.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | 1091000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1950 | 3663427 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1951 | 3586436 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1952 | 1445180 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1953 | 2214478 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1954 | 1454974 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Centavo 1949-1954 coin.
