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25 Centavos Magnetic
| Stainless steel | 4.20 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 2012-2022 |
| Value | 25 Centavos 0.25 GTQ = USD 0.032 |
| Currency | Quetzal (1925-date) |
| Composition | Stainless steel |
| Weight | 4.20 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1.06 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#84104 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 12% |
Reverse
Native bust left. With value at right and bottom-right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
25
CENTAVOS
Edge
Reeded
Comment
This type is manufactured with ASAI 430 stainless steel. This is defined as:80.9% Iron, 16-18% Chrome, ~1% Manganese, ~1% Silicon, ~0.75% Nickel, ~0.12% Carbon, ~0.04% Phosphorous, ~0.03% Sulfur
Percentages with a "~" are approximate.
Interesting fact
The 25 Centavos coin from Guatemala is unique in that it has a magnetic core, which is not common in most coins. This feature was introduced in 2012 as a security measure to prevent counterfeiting. The magnetic core is made of a special alloy that responds to magnetic fields, making it difficult for counterfeiters to produce fake coins that can pass through metal detectors. This innovative feature has made the 25 Centavos coin from Guatemala stand out among other coins in circulation.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2016 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2017 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Centavos (Magnetic) 2012-2022 coin.
