Historic Guatemalan quetzal Salvadoran Colón

14/09/2020: Centenary of the Quetzal

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

30/05/2011: New banknotes

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

09/02/1987: Quetzal devaluation

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

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.