Guatemala

Guatemalan quetzal banknotes, including uncirculated 5 quetzales notes of several dates, both paper and polymer.

The quetzal is named after Guatemala's brilliant national bird.

History and frequently asked questions below ↓

About Guatemala banknotes

Guatemala introduced the quetzal in 1925, at par with the US dollar. The Banco de Guatemala has issued notes since 1946, often showing national heroes on the front and Maya heritage on the back. Some values have been printed on polymer.

See also: Americas banknotes, Honduras, Costa Rica and polymer banknotes.

Frequently asked questions

Why is the currency called the quetzal?

It is named after the resplendent quetzal, a colourful bird that is Guatemala's national symbol.

Are Guatemalan notes made of polymer?

Some, including several printings of the 5 quetzales, are polymer; others are paper.

When was the quetzal introduced?

In 1925, at par with the US dollar.

Are your Guatemala banknotes genuine?

Yes. Every Guatemala note we sell is a genuine banknote, never a copy or replica. Each listing states the grade, gives the Pick catalogue number where one exists and shows the front and back, and every order ships tracked from Hungary.