Guatemala 2024 1 Quetzal Commemorative UNC Banknote – 100-Year Anniversary
Celebrate a century of Guatemala’s national currency with this 2024 1 Quetzal commemorative banknote, issued by the Banco de Guatemala to mark the 100th anniversary of the Quetzal (1924–2024). This note is in Uncirculated (UNC) condition and features vibrant historical imagery and advanced security technology.
🔹 Key Features:
- Issue Date: September 10, 2024
- Purpose: 100-Year Anniversary of the Quetzal currency
- Condition: Uncirculated (UNC)
- Limited Edition: Only ~25 million notes released
- Dimensions: Approx. 156 × 67 mm
- Printer: Giesecke & Devrient (G+D), with design by Louisenthal
💠 Obverse (Front) Design:
- Portrait of General José María Orellana (President in 1924)
- Quetzal bird perched on column, symbolizing freedom and national identity
- Temple I at Tikal, a nod to Guatemala’s Maya heritage
- Mayan numeral “1”, national flag, and tactile features for accessibility
💠 Reverse (Back) Design:
- Image of the Banco de Guatemala headquarters with mural by Roberto González Goyri
- Inscription: “CIEN AÑOS DE LA UNIDAD MONETARIA QUETZAL”
- Additional motto: “UN SIGLO ACOMPAÑANDO A UNA NACIÓN”
🛡️ Security Features:
- Varifeye® ColorChange Holographic Patch: Shifts from gold to blue (1924 to 2024)
- Windowed Security Thread with microtext
- UV-reactive fibers and ink visible under UV light
- Tactile relief printing for visually impaired collectors
📦 Note Details:
- Grade: Uncirculated (UNC)
- Material: Cotton-based security paper (not polymer)
- Serial Numbers: Vary – image for reference only
🎯 Why Collect This Note?
- Historical Significance: Commemorates 100 years of the Quetzal
- Iconic Artwork: Features national heroes and Maya culture
- Advanced Security: Ideal for numismatists and modern currency collectors
- Limited Availability: Special release not in continuous circulation
Perfect for collectors of world currency, commemorative notes, and Guatemalan heritage pieces.
Add this rare, beautifully designed note to your collection today!
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