Historic Guatemalan quetzal Pound sterling

Guatemalan quetzal pound sterling history for August 2023. The highest quote for this month is 0.10379 (29/08/2023) and the lowest 0.10338 (28/08/2023). The difference between high and low is 0.4.

GTQ GBP average rate for August 2023 is 0.10252, the change between 01/08/2023 and 31/08/2023 is -1 %.

01 August 20231 GTQ = 0.1015 GBP
02 August 20231 GTQ = 0.1017 GBP
03 August 20231 GTQ = 0.1022 GBP
04 August 20231 GTQ = 0.1025 GBP
07 August 20231 GTQ = 0.1028 GBP
08 August 20231 GTQ = 0.1019 GBP
09 August 20231 GTQ = 0.1022 GBP
10 August 20231 GTQ = 0.1023 GBP
11 August 20231 GTQ = 0.1027 GBP
14 August 20231 GTQ = 0.1021 GBP
15 August 20231 GTQ = 0.1026 GBP
16 August 20231 GTQ = 0.1026 GBP
17 August 20231 GTQ = 0.1024 GBP
18 August 20231 GTQ = 0.1022 GBP
21 August 20231 GTQ = 0.1027 GBP
22 August 20231 GTQ = 0.1023 GBP
23 August 20231 GTQ = 0.1025 GBP
24 August 20231 GTQ = 0.1025 GBP
25 August 20231 GTQ = 0.1036 GBP
28 August 20231 GTQ = 0.1035 GBP
29 August 20231 GTQ = 0.1034 GBP
30 August 20231 GTQ = 0.1032 GBP
31 August 20231 GTQ = 0.1025 GBP

14/09/2020: Centenary of the Quetzal

The Guatemalan Quetzal celebrated its centenary, marking 100 years as the national currency of Guatemala.

23/06/2016: Brexit Referendum

The United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union, causing significant uncertainty and volatility in the pound sterling's value.

30/05/2011: New banknotes

New banknotes were introduced to incorporate modern security features and commemorate the 20th anniversary of Quetzal's reintroduction.

31/12/1999: Establishment of the Euro

The euro was introduced as an electronic currency, paving the way for the eventual replacement of some national currencies, including the pound.

16/09/1992: Black Wednesday

The pound sterling experienced a severe drop in value and the UK was forced to withdraw from the European Exchange Rate Mechanism (ERM).

09/02/1987: Quetzal devaluation

The Quetzal was devalued by 66% as part of an economic stabilization plan.

14/02/1971: Decimalization of the Pound

The pound sterling was decimalized, with the old system of pounds, shillings and pence replaced by a decimal currency.

13/09/1967: Decree Law 17-67

Decree Law 17-67 was enacted, establishing a fixed exchange rate between the Quetzal and the US dollar.

08/04/1951: Monetary Reform

Guatemala underwent a monetary reform, with the introduction of the Quetzal as the sole currency.

25/06/1946: The Quetzalé bill

The Quetzalé bill, equivalent to 1,000 Quetzales, was introduced to combat hyperinflation.

22/06/1925: Introduction of the Quetzal

The Guatemalan Quetzal was introduced as the official currency, replacing the Guatemalan peso.

06/12/1921: Currency Separation with Ireland

Following the Anglo-Irish Treaty, Ireland left the United Kingdom and established its own currency, leading to separate pound sterling notes.

21/12/1816: Gold Standard Introduced

The pound sterling was officially placed on the gold standard, meaning it was backed by a fixed amount of gold.

27/07/1694: Bank of England Established

The Bank of England was founded and granted a royal charter, becoming the central bank of England.