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25 Centavos
| Nickel brass (61% Copper, 20% Zinc, 19% Nickel) | 8 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1971-1976 |
| Value | 25 Centavos (0.25 GTQ) |
| Currency | Quetzal (1925-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass (61% Copper, 20% Zinc, 19% Nickel) |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1.82 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 6 January 1997 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#7372 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 13% |
Reverse
Native bust left with value at right and bottom-right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
25
CENTAVOS
Edge
Smooth with lettering incuse. C·A· means 'Central America'.
Script: Latin
Lettering: REPUBLICA DE GUATEMALA C . A .
Unabridged legend: Central America
Translation: Republic of Guatemala Central America
Comment
While these coins are no longer in circulation, they are still redeemable by the Bank of Guatemala for face value.Interesting fact
The 25 Centavos coin from Guatemala, minted between 1971 and 1976, has a unique feature. It's made of Nickel brass, an alloy composed of 61% Copper, 20% Zinc, and 19% Nickel. This combination of metals gives the coin a distinctive golden color and durability. Despite its relatively small weight of 8 grams, it's a robust and attractive coin that has stood the test of time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | 2850000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1975 | 1592000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1976 | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Centavos 1971-1976 coin.
