© PCGS
© PCGS
1 Quetzal Trial Strike
1998 year| Nickel brass | 11.05 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1998 |
| Value | 1 Quetzal 1 GTQ = USD 0.13 |
| Currency | Quetzal (1925-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 11.05 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Thickness | 2.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#335319 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 74% |
Reverse
Stylized peace dove, with the word Paz (Peace), celebrating the end of civil war on December 29, 1996
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Paz Firme y Duradera
Paz
1
Quetzal
29 de Diciembre de 1996
Translation:
Strong and Lasting Peace
Peace
29th of December 1996
Edge
Reeded or plain
Comment
Although a trial strike, some pieces ended up in circulation.Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Quetzal (Trial Strike) 1998 from Guatemala made of Nickel brass weighing 11.05g is a rare and unique coin, with only 500 pieces minted. It features the national bird of Guatemala, the Quetzal, on one side and the Guatemalan coat of arms on the other. Due to its rarity and historical significance, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch a high price at auction.
